The effects of a low-intensity exercise program on the fitness level of a 22 year-old female with congenital univentricular heart repair

Author

Alice A. Elkins

Date of Award

2001

Degree Name

Exercise Science

College

College of Science

Type of Degree

M.S.

Document Type

Thesis

First Advisor

William P. Marley

Abstract

This case study examined the effects of exercise on a 22 year-old female with a repaired univentricular heart through early, modified Fontan technique. Improvements in oxygen consumption, blood pressure, heart rate and body composition were observed after a 12-week supervised fitness program. This program considers reversing hypoactivity and the subsequent deconditioning and obesity associated with this patient.

Subject(s)

Congenital heart disease – Exercise therapy.

Exercise therapy.

Recommended Citation

Elkins, Alice A., "The effects of a low-intensity exercise program on the fitness level of a 22 year-old female with congenital univentricular heart repair" (2001). Theses, Dissertations and Capstones. 1607.
https://mds.marshall.edu/etd/1607