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Current guidelines recommend cardiac rehabilitation using moderate exercise programs for most ischemic heart disease (IHD) patients. Also, studies have shown that the intensity of exercise is directly related to the cardioprotective effects. However, there is concern that high-intensity exercise may be dangerous in IHD patients.

Safety of High- vs. Moderate-Intensity Exercise for Cardiac Rehabilitation