Exercise and physical activity (PA) have been shown to be effective, safe and feasible in
both healthy children and children with congenital heart disease (CHD). However …

Congenital heart disease (CHD) affects nearly 1% of births. As survival rates have
dramatically improved, the majority of individuals with CHD now live into adulthood. As …

Objective The main objective of this study was to ascertain if a structured intervention
programme can improve the biophysical health of young children with congenital heart …

Low levels of habitual physical activity in children and adolescents with congenital heart
disease (CHD) leads to various negative health outcomes, yet review of the literature …

Physical activity participation is critical for optimal physical, psychological, and cognitive
health in children and adults living with congenital heart disease (CHD). Majority of the …

Background While exercise training is beneficial in the prevention and management of many
chronic diseases, the role of exercise training in children and adolescents with congenital …

Background Adequate physical activity is an important component of a healthy, age-
appropriate development even in children and adolescents with congenital heart disease …

Abstract Background Most (> 90%) children with congenital health defects are not active
enough for optimal health. Proactively promoting physical activity during every clinic visit is …

Regular exercise is essential for children with congenital heart disease and providers must
take an active role in providing exercise recommendations for their patients. Exercise …

The population of adults living with congenital heart disease (CHD) has grown rapidly in
recent decades due to major advances in surgical and medical care. Although the benefits …