Abstract The changes presented in the recovery phase of the exercise testing have the same importance as those that occurred during the effort. However, there is no consensus on the ideal protocol to be adopted at this stage. Active or passive recovery have different cut-off points of hemodynamic values and incidence of alterations, as well as changes in relation to the position in orthostasis or supine, caused by neuroendocrine, physiologic or hemodynamic factors. This article aims to explore the physiopathological […]

Abstract The year 2020 has been marked by a viral pandemic of great proportions, both by the number of infected (more than 6 million) and the number of deaths (more than 360 thousand) and by the immediate and late economic losses (still undetermined, but already felt by everyone). COVID-19 can be prevented – although there is still no vaccine available -, treated – although there is no consensus – and it is known that survivors need rehabilitation after intensive care. […]