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High-intensity physical training, including both cardiovascular and strength modalities, is an effective and increasingly popular intervention for the rehabilitation and treatment of various chronic diseases and disorders.
If you have a chronic condition like heart disease, diabetes, or chronic pain, high-intensity training (both cardio and strength) is a recognized part of modern rehabilitation. While you should consult your doctor to ensure it is safe for your specific case, this approach is gaining traction as a standard treatment option rather than being avoided.
In recent years, high-intensity physical training, such as high-intensity cardiovascular training or strength training, has become increasingly popular in rehabilitation of many of these chronic diseases and disorders.
Why this rating
This is an editorial introducing a special issue; it cites the popularity and scope of research but does not present primary data or a systematic meta-analysis itself.
Source
High-Intensity Physical Training in the Treatment of Chronic Diseases and Disorders
Lars L. Andersen et al. · BioMed Research International · 2014
DOI 10.1155/2014/927304
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