The 6-minute walk test (6MWT) is an easily reproducible test that measures the body's response to submaximal exercise. The test is widely applicable. The aim of the present report is to analyze the results of the 6MWT performed in patients after coronary artery stenting. The study included 30 patients, divided into two groups of 15 each, according to the kinesitherapy they received. In the control group, we administered standard kinesitherapy to patients with cardiovascular diseases. Meanwhile, in the experimental group, we implemented a specialized kinesitherapeutic program that included isometric and resistive exercises.
Results. Mean values and standard deviations of distance traveled, oxygen saturation, arterial pressure, and heart rate were calculated. In the control group, the distance traveled showed an improvement of 78.5 m, while in the experimental group, it improved by 83.5 m. We observed a smoother increase in blood pressure in both groups after the therapy. Oxygen saturation in the experimental group was 94.27 at the beginning of the study and 94.60 by the end, and in the control group it was 94.67 (at the beginning) and 94.53 (by the end). The degree of dyspnea on the Borg scale in the patients of the control group at the beginning of the study was 2, and then 0.4. In the experimental group, the degree of dyspnea was 1.1 before kinesitherapy and decreased to 0.17 after kinesitherapy.
Conclusion. The 6-minute walking test is a simple method for evaluating the body's response to everyday stresses. The analysis of the test results before and after kinesitherapy indicates an improvement in the endurance of the participants, signifying an enhancement in their quality of life.
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