A utilização do treinamento resistido após infarto agudo do miocárdio

Abstract

The Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI) is a condition in which there is evidence of myocardial necrosis, and is related to the obstructive process in nature or atherosclerotic coronary spasm. It is associated to high morbidity and mortality, and is considered the leading cause of death in industrialized countries. Better physical function in patients after acute myocardial infarction is reported after cardiac rehabilitation programs. Therefore, it has been frequent use of resistance exercises in the population of patients with cardiac diseases, recommended as part of cardiac rehabilitation programs. The objective of this study is to review scientific studies that have used resistance training with different intensities of exercises in patients who suffered acute myocardial infarction. It was reviewed studies conducted from 2001 to 2011. After determining the criteria for inclusion were identified seven articles involving treatment with resistance training after AMI. These studies describe no complications in the use of resistance training, indicating benefits in patients post AMI. As result, it is possible to prescribe resistance training to these patients at low to moderate intensity (30-40% of 1 RM), 2-3 times per week, ranging from 10 to 12 repetitions.