Cardiovascular Training in Spinal Cord Injury
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Introduction[edit | edit source]
Aerobic activity involves the use of oxygen to meet the energy demands of the body’s muscles during exercise. It is associated with longer duration exercise during a given session of training, often at a consistent pace. Regular aerobic training will improve cardiovascular function. With improved cardiovascular function, individuals are more likely to be able to live independently, decrease secondary health complications, and improve muscular endurance.
Definition[edit | edit source]
Assessment of Cardiovascular Fitness[edit | edit source]
Peak Oxygen Consumption Tests[edit | edit source]
The peak oxygen consumption (VO2 Max) test, which measures the maximal capacity of the body to deliver oxygen from the lungs to the mitochondria of exercising muscles, is the most accurate way to assess cardiovascular fitness.
Submaximal Exercise Tests[edit | edit source]
Field Exercise Tests[edit | edit source]
Response to Cardiovascular Fitness Training[edit | edit source]
Cardiac Output[edit | edit source]
Heart Rate[edit | edit source]
Stroke Volume[edit | edit source]
Aterio-venous Oxygen Difference[edit | edit source]
Size Exercising Muscle Mass[edit | edit source]
Ability Muscle to Extract Oxygen[edit | edit source]
Exercise Prescription[edit | edit source]
Type[edit | edit source]
Examples of Cardiovascular Exercise include; Arm Crank Ergometers Cycling Nordic Ski Erg Swimming Wheelchair Pushing Walking
Intensity[edit | edit source]
Guidelines[edit | edit source]
Resources[edit | edit source]
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