Outcome measures
To gather information on the baseline status and The Performance Recorder can be directly connected
effectiveness of exercise training, each patient is to all HUR exercise machines, which are equipped with
evaluated individually. The main objective is to the isometric testing sensor attachment.
achieve and maintain an optimal BP level. Since
both cardiorespiratory and muscle fitness have
prognostic value in hypertensive patients, they can be
recommended as main outcome measures of exercise
training interventions.
Assessment of blood pressure, lipid profile, body
weight is highly recommended to be used as outcome
measures. Furthermore, when existing co-morbidities
or other needs are registered, other appropriate
outcome measures may be performed. These may
include assessment of balance, and questionnaires
related to an individual’s experience of pain, symptoms
of depression, and health-related quality of life.
The maximal isometric strength of big muscle groups
can be evaluated by the HUR Performance Recorder
for the assessment of side-to-side differences and to
document changes in strength after the intervention.
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