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Exercise, Sport, Physical Activity After Stent (2010 archive)
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Current Postings on This Page (56): • i I am very new at this and I do not have an
answer for u. what I want to know is I am a 56 yr woman. thought in good
shape. Had a heart attack 2 wks ago, 2 stents put in according to the MD
all other coronary artery are clear, when Can I begin to get back to normal
activities???? • 62 years old, had stent installed. Two weeks
later I was weight lifting, walking, etc. Nine months later I hiked the
Grand Canyon, from South Rim to the River and back to Bright Angel Rim,
27 miles, non-stop in nine hours. Sometimes after a hard work out I get
sleepy. Life is good. • hi I am 37 male from pakistan. last week i had
planted one stent in coronary artery. i was playing squash before it regularly.
7 to 8 km
running
in a week very regularly. could i make it again? • I am a 68 year old male. Got on the treadmill
after 4 months of not exercising and became short of breath and ache under
left arm Went to emergency room and got heart cath. where they found my
RCA was 99.9% blocked. they put a drug eluded stent in the artery and I
went home the next day. After 8 days I am feeling much better and have
begun walking routine. I know I will be back to normal in a few weeks. Angioplasty.Org Staff, Angioplasty.Org, December 18, 2010 • I am 37yrs old, had my angioplasty done on Nov
25, 2010 and feeling much better now.. I used to do only weight training
without any cardio for past over 2 yrs and also a mild smoker as well.
quit smoking completely but need few questions. Can I occasionally smoke
like once a week? when can I start going to gym and do weight lifting with
cardio obviously.. Also, that I used to smoke cannabis regularly, just
curious to know if that had contributed in my MI in such young age and
what should I be doing in the future in terms of smoking cigarette or cannabis
occasionally. I never used alcohol so, would that be an alternate or I
shouldn't even be using that as well. Kindly advise. Thank you so much Angioplasty.Org Staff, Angioplasty.Org, December 14, 2010 • I have had an angioplasty with two stents in
LAD and RCA. My TC is 170 TG is 60 HDL 60 LDL 100. I want to know at what
level should I maintain my HDL and LDL. I have been active before PTCA
and would like to know at what speed and time i should follow my walking
schedule. • Sorry it's taken this long to respond. I didn't
notice the response above mine asking me to expand on Meditation. I practice
Za Zen. It translates as just sitting and that's all it is. No thoughts
in your head. No talking to yourself in your head. Just total awareness
with no reflection. It isn't easy for some to accomplish initially. Just
sit and count your breaths "in 1 . . . and out
2" or just count each complete breath. Count 10 breaths and start again. Eventually
you'll just sit and totally and purely experience this gift - LIFE. When thoughts
come in your head, just let them come and go. Don't try to stop thinking. Just
let it go. This passive, let it go skill will increase your awareness. It will
help reduce stress. It will make you less reactive, thus less a habitual creature.
Not that all habits are bad, but too many of us are slaves to habits and our
thinking minds. Not until you stop thinking and just become AWARE will you realize
this. Life is a glorious gift. Life and Death goes On and On. Don't become attached
to anything. We are all part of the same thing. Enjoy each and every breath.
Doing this while meditating translates to each and every breath all the time. • A general reply to all: as we often write, the
extent of healthy exercise varies from individual to individual
-- it depends on
your physicial shape and clinical condition. If you've
been active, there's probably no reason that you cannot regain a high level
of
activity. In
fact, one medical device company sponsors an annual marathon
in Minneapolis for heart patients (see: "Medtronic
Seeks Runners: Stents Included"). As
always, your cardiologist is the best source of guidance
because
he/she knows
your capacities
best. • Hi I am 25 year old went Angioplasty on
29.10.2010 i don't have any problem at all, just want to know how much
i can Weigh, How much miles i can jog, do
i able to swim. • I recently had two blockages and I would
like to know how much exertion I can get back to. Do the stents prevent
100% effort, how much percentage have
others with similar procedures been able to exert? I am a Ski Coach/Instructor
and a Paraglider Instructor and an avid cyclist when not doing the others. • To Swadesh
V. India I also had the same burning
and heaviness in the chest and after experimenting with my meds I found
out it was the Lisinopril I was taking not for high blood pressure but
because of the protocol after stents. I stopped Lisinopril and the symptoms
went away. I was amazed at how well I felt after discontinuing it. I have
now weaned from all meds and feel normal again. • just one information i missed in my
post on 9th, I am 52 years male • Hello, I am 47 year old male that had a triple
bypass on Aug 13th. I used to lift weights approx 2 hours a day and cardio
about 30 min. each day 5 x a week. I was told to stay away from lifting
for 2-6 months. What are the consequences
if I start to lift after 2 months? • Sun from Hong Kong -- read through some of the
diet suggestions here. The main things is to eat a healthy diet -- which
is good for all disease prevention. Your family doctor or cardiologist
should be able to provide you with more specifics, tailored to your personal
physiology. The American Heart Association guidelines for exercise, diet,
etc. can be found here. • I'm 35 male from hong kong, last month
I had Angioplasty on 8sep2010, 2 Stent in one, after one month every
thing ok, doctor keep my BP 110 -120, 60-70, pulse 60-70, everything
is normal except my left arm has little pain. now I want to know what
is best for me in terms of food and workout? I enjoy food a lot and
really conscious about my health. Kindly reply asap. Thanks. • I am Muralidharan from chennai India- underwent
angioplasty on 29th september. Had three xience stents one in LAD
and two overlapping in LCX. came home on 2nd oct. I have absolutely no
problems except for minor irritants which i learnt to cope with after
reading
the posts here. I have resumed my daily walking and reached my old
level yesterday. started driving my car and drove almost 100 kms yesterday,
watched a high decibel movie and plan to resume work from monday.
Thanks
to angioplasty.org for all the info which helped a lot in my decision
making
and
post procedure recovery. • Graeme -- whether anything is amiss is really
not possible to say from long distance. Patients report that it takes a
while (a few weeks to months or so) for the body to adjust after stenting.
Congratulations on doing cardiac rehab -- you'd be surprised at how many
patients do not. So the fact that you're doing well there is a great sign.
But, if you are concerned at all, we'd suggest consulting with your cardiologist,
if for
no other
reason
than
to eliminate
your
worry. • hi there i am 36 years old and i recently had
a stent put into one of my arteries i had it put in on the 13 august 2010.
I have been going to cardiac
rehab classes, and they say i am doing well. I am back at work after six weeks,
my job entails me to at times to pick up heavy parcels. Every now and again
i get
a pain across my chest but it does subside after a few minutes, i would just
like
to know if there is anything wrong, thank you for your time. • I am very much impressed by this site, which
helps me in making positive
attitude. • Dear Diet Exercise Meditate -- congratulations!
We love reading stories like yours -- not that you have coronary artery
disease, but that you rebounded and are living a full and vigorous life
post-stenting. That is the idea, after all! Angioplasty and stents are
supposed to help people return to a full range of activity. One question:
your "forum handle" includes the word "meditate" -- can you expand on that
for other readers? • I am 57 years old have and have exercised intensely
and regularly since I was 13. 3 years ago I experienced angina. After a
stress test I had angioplasty and a stent placed in my LAD. My previous
risk factors were; family history,
male, less than the "more ideal" diet. I was 12-13% body fat and looked like
most men wish they could look like. After Cardiac re-hab I was gradual in upping
my workout intensity (6mo-1year). My workouts now are as intense as previously.
Diet now is "ideal". Simvastatin 40mg and 81mg of aspirin per day. LDL 70 HDL
54 TG 44. Body fat now 7-8%. I am a personal trainer and generally advise determine
protein need based on activity level (esp/ amount of resistance training). 0.8-2gr
protein/kg of lean body weight. Approximately 1/3 Kcals from each; protein, carbs & fat.
No or very little red meat, No sugar (or other BS items like corn syrup), No
White Crap (white bread, white potatoes, white rice), treat poly unsaturated
fats like saturated (limit both), only less restrictions with mono's. Strive
for 5 is Minimal! Eat even more fresh (or frozen if must) fruits and vegetables.
Don't
microwave food! No fast food crap! No processed food! • Ms. v/nc -- Have you returned to the interventional
cardiologist who placed the stent?? You need to let him/her know about
these symptoms. The reason to get a stent is to relieve angina and restore
blood
flow to the heart. If this has not happened, if you do not feel better,
then something else needs to be addressed -- possibly an adjustment to
your medications. • i am 58 i have 2 stent 1 drug stent, i am tired all the time, i have chest
pain & it feel like something is pressing on my chest most time, my breathing
is bad & it take a while before i can get my breathing in undercontrol. Sometimes
when i am driving i have to pull on the side of road until i can get the problems
under control. I don't know about you but it is a bad feeling when you cann't
get your
breath.
look. • 53 year old male - I had 2 stents implanted
a month ago. After a week of rest, I'm back to my normal routine, about
170 miles per month. So far so good and I'm planning to ask my Doctor
if this is ok at my check up later this week I feel great, the same
as I did prior to the procedure. My heart scan and subsequent tests revealed
blockage of 90+% in 2 arteries. • My 13year old son has Transposition G Arteries/post
surgical.(First surgery 4days old.) Last few stents put in 8 mths ago.
He has 5 pulmonary stents. I need
to know if he can play soccer, basketball or baseball with boys up to age 16.
Need link to get good answers, cardiologist is wishy-washy about the answer.
Also,
his current pulmonary pressure about 45mg • I am 80 yrs old in November. I had a Stent
Procedure 10 weeks ago, and I've never felt better. I'm looking after
my diet and walking for 30-40 minutes every day. I have always practiced
Hatha Yoga and continue to do so. I'm on plavix, nu seal Aspirin, Lipitor.
I was also on Tritace, but was taken off this due to it raising my
Potassium level. I never suffered with Heart problems, but I did smoke,
but gave
it up 25 yrs ago. I'm so glad I did. It was not an easy thing to do,
but it has to be done if you want any kind of a healthy lifestyle.
Good luck
to you
all. • Swadesh from New Delhi
-- as to the after effects you are experiencing, read our Forum Topic
on "Not
Feeling Well After Stenting" for similar stories.
These probably are transient, but should they persist
or increase, definitely see your cardiologist who, by the way, is also
the best person to guide you regarding what exercise level is good for
you. • Sir, I am 42 years male Indian residing in New Delhi. On 30th July one
stent was placed in my one of artery by the renowned Govt. Doctor from Dr. Ram
Manohar Lohia Hospital. Reason for blockage was narrated due to stress and tension
but not due to cholesterol. I am pure vegetarian, non-smoker, nonalcoholic and
fond of physical exercises. My weight is 63 kg and height is 5 feet 4 inches.
Now, I am feeling burning and heaviness in my chest which moves here and there.
My question is that how long time this after effect will persist? Can I now start
doing light exercises? • I am male 47 yrs old. I had three stents put
in March 2nd 2010. I was ok'd to start exercising and resume all activity
no restrictions on March 16th. I started exercising on March 18th and
have been regularly since. I have noticed a drop in my energy and endurance
in the last few weeks. Also, my heart rate goes up rather quickly without
much effort. Normally when doing Cardio I would notice my heart rate
climb
normally into the zone. Now even during just resistance training it's
going up too fast and I get winded very quick. I also can feel my heart
beating
vary hard in my chest when I didn't have that before. • NB -- you are most fortunate to
have had a world expert in the treatment of chronic total occlusions
like Dr. Katoh perform your PCI. He is well-known and appears at most of
the
major conferences on CTOs. To you and the other posters in this topic,
and as we have discussed before, exercise after PCI is a very individualized
thing.
Any
recommendation
on
what type
and
amount of exercise a patient should engage
in after stenting
totally depends on that patient's clinical profile and overall health
status. This advice is really something that should be given by his/her
cardiologist
--
one
who
is very
familiar
with the patient's records and history -- and preferably by the interventional
cardiologist who did the procedure, in this case, Dr. Katoh. Hope this
helps you and, in any case, congratulations on a successful outcome!! • I am a 42 years old male. On 14th June 2010 I underwent
an PCI-CTO and had Four Xience V Drug Eluting Stents implanted, one in
Left LCX 75% Block, one in LAD 99.9% Block and two in RCA 100% Block
(CTO) in Nagoya Heart Center Japan the procedure was done by Dr. Osamu
Katoh,
a renowned doctor in the world. How much of exercise to do and for how
long should take complete rest to avoid any complications. Dr. Katoh
advised me ten days rest. Can i start exercise and jogging now its about
22 days.
Plz advised me for my exercise and jogging. • hi! my name is u.u.m.rao, i am 66yrs old i had
stent last 2 weeks before @ apollo. can i resume exercise, daily routine? • I am 57yrs old I had 2 stents 8yrs ago. I stopped
smoking and started healthy eating same day 8yrs ago, i do gym 3days
a week for 60min. I am also type 2 diabetic and on tablets. Could I also
do jogging +/-5kms? I hate the treadmill. I have had a clear bill of
health
in my last 8 check ups. • Hello, I'm going to keep this brief. I had three
stents implanted. Two DES stents were placed into a major heart artery
(Saphus vein) and a third DES into a smaller natural artery. I discontinued
75mg plavix + 325mg aspirin 17 months later, but, I added 81mg of baby
aspirin. Next, to help my blood platelets I began to use 3000mg/day of
Omega 3 Fish Oil. Additionally, I walk three miles/day and do light aerobics
for 20 to 30min/day. I use a weber machine, which has about six different
functions. I also use a Stepmaster. Curls with about 15lbs, and two abdominal
machines. I'm mostly on a vegetarian diet. I'm trying to be completely
vegetarian (am working on it). I do all of this for about seven days/per
week. I believe I'm on the right track. My aim is to starve my cholesterol
needs to the point that the body will leach what it needs off the artery
walls. My thinking is that the body will have a greater need for the cholesterol
somewhere else in the body. Am I way off base? How can I improve what I
need to do. If anyone out there can assist me in my quest, please enlighten
me. I'm always open to new possibilities. • i had angioplast before 1 and half year,i have
changed my eating habits and reduced my weight from 83 kgs to 75 kgs,my
height is 5ft 8 inches,my age is 39 yrs,i just wanted to know what kind
of exersises i should do to keep myself fit,is weight training fine for
me,pls guide me • I had a MI 2 years ago and now have 3 stents
( 2 in circumflex - site of MI blockage- and 1 in LAD) and a current 50%
LAD blockage unstented. I recently joined a fitness center and have noticed
shortness of breath and dizziness when I exert in water. I walk 3 mi daily
in 1 1/2 hours every am, ride exercise bike for 30 min., arm cycle 20 minute,
treadmill @ 3.5 mph 30 minute, all without the symptoms that develop immediately
with pool exertion i.e lying on my back kicking my feet slowly and paddling
with arms at sides slowly. By the time I've reached the other side of the
pool I'm extremely dizzy and tired and have to rest several minutes before
swimming back. This seems very strange to me. Is it possible the ppsi of
the water is causing constriction of coronary arteries? I agree with many
of the posters about cardiologists not paying close attention to patient
questions. This has caused me to become very discouraged and lose the motivation
I once had. Thanks for taking my question. • I am 44 year old male. How long after getting
a pacemaker can I resume physical activity? I play golf, racquetball, softball
and volleyball. • I am 59 year old &vI got angioplasty (STENT)
on 31-7-10 after Angina pain. Now I am feeling well. using low cholesterol
diet I want to know exercise so that I never feel any problem to repeat
stenting or Bypass surgery. • I am a healthy 50 YO Endurance athelete that
recently had an MI and had one stent placed. No pain only pressure, drove
myself to the ER. Never had high BP, Resting HR in the high 60s and cholesterol
between 200 and 210. After a stress test I have been released to full physical
activity but now find it hard to run (dead legs) and get my heart rate
up, probably due to the Lisinopril and Metopropol. Will I ever be able
to come off these Meds? Will body readapt to training/racing with these
meds on board or are my Endurance days over. • Saleem in Pakistan -- as we often reply, the extent
of healthy exercise varies from individual to individual -- depends on
your physicial shape and clinical condition. Your cardiologist is the best
source of guidance because he/she knows your capacities best. • I am 43 years old. I had two stents in March
2009. I Love to play squash. Is it right for me to play squash? What
is the level of exercise that I can do and is good for me? Is there any
side
effects of this strenuous exercise? • Lowe -- You can search this web site for "Q10"
and you'll find other posts about this (use the "Search" link in the left-hand
column, under "Resources". We'd also recommend that you discuss
any medications or supplements with your cardiologist to make sure there
are no interactions
with anything else. We assume you are taking Plavix and aspirin as well. • I just had stents inserted. Is it advisable for
me to take Q10? • Masood -- Glad you are feeling well. Your cardiologist
should prescribe the proper type of exercise for you -- each patient
is an individual
and
your
doctor is best suited to know what you are safely capable
of doing. The
idea here is to reduce your risk factors through lifestyle changes (diet,
exercise, stopping smoking if you do) and the proper medications. • i am 45 years old and after heart attack 3 stent
was placed feeling healthy and my heart is 70% workng. I would like which
type of exercise help me to save
me future attack. • Violet -- not to beg off on your question, but
interpretation of a stress test is complex and something best left to your
cardiologist. The ST segment is a portion of the EKG wave and the direction
of the change, whether it's up or down, and the magnitude, all can give
some information.
If you have questions about ST segment changes, you should discuss them
with your cardiologist. But staying well, reducing your risk factors and
getting a regular check up sounds like the right direction. • I am a 74yr old woman had three stents inserted
in July 2007 i am keeping fairly well except for an ache just under the
breastbone which won't go away. Have had stress tests which say [there
are minor ST segment changes in the lateral leads] could you explain
in plain english what that means please. Due for another stress test in
August
2010 Thanks. • I had a angiogram 5 days ago, no blockage but
my blood vessels were constricted so he put nitroglycerin in to open them
up. I ran today for the first time since and my legs hurt. It was painful
to run. The doctor said I could run, no problems
so I know it's not "too soon" but why do I have the sharp cramping pain in my
legs? When I walk it gets better, when I start to run again the pain comes back. • Gerald -- should not be a problem, as far as the
stent is concerned. President Clinton just had two stents and he was
back on the go a few days later (and he only has 9 years on you!) • I am 72 years old. Had stent two years ago. Is
it okay for me to fly as
passenger. Thank you. • To all posters -- the amount of exercise that
you, as a patient, can do safely is a question best put to your cardiologist.
Every patient is an individual and has different capacities, depending
upon his/her physical condition and clinical situation. What is correct
for one person may not be for another. We urge you to discuss these issues
with your doctors, cardiologists if possible. They are very busy, but the
correct advice about exercise and physician fitness is very important medicine! • I am 71 and Had a stent to correct a blockage problem I am a avid skier
and when I asked my doctor when I could return to snow skiing he said next year.
What would be the reason for such a long period to return to a major activity? • I am 45 yrs, had an angioplasty with one stent
to RCA 3.5X24mm Supralimus core on24th Oct2009. Can I do my normal work
and driving, normal family life BP is 132/88 HR is 56. I do not have
any pain or discomfort..only dry cough.is
it
due to tab Lasortan? • I like to rebound (jump) on a mini-trampoline,
as well as run. I was shocked to learn that I had a 80 to 90 % blockage
in right coronary in August 09, and
was immediately scheduled for a DES, successful. After a couple weeks recuperation,
I went back to rebounding and running, and have had no ill effects. I often
wonder about the rebounding, though, as I can go at it for more than an
hour. Is the
stent quite firmly in place? Also, how long does the drug in the stent last?
I can't seem to get an answer to this question from even my doctor. • I am Baskaran, 52 years old, Malaysian. I had
3 stents 3 years ago and had 1 stent last week. Can i contine my exercise
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