Mended Hearts Open Forum

Throughout my entire life, I've come to understand the profound truth that exercise regimens after open heart surgery are not universally applicable. My formative years, from childhood through high school, were spent in special education, an environment ...

David, You're a fine writer with an ability to convey your personal passions. You should remember that we all have different methods of continuing exercising after open heart surgery. I was a runner but OHS and my age has modified my daily exercise ...

Place your hand gently over your heart and feel its rhythm. That beat, that pulse, it's the rhythm of life coursing through you. It's a reminder-you're alive, you're here, and you're meant for something extraordinary. Imagine feeling every heartbeat ...

Hi Robert, I had a heart attack and quintuple bypass surgery nearly 6 years ago. I have the same sleep issues as you, but I've had those issues for at least a quarter of a century, maybe longer. My sleep issues are not at all heart related but likely ...

Robert- I would think this varies individidual to individual. Have you discussed with your cardiologist or PTP? Are you in a state with legalized marijuana? I know folks who use that as a sleep aid but I'd run it by my physician first. ...