Effect of a conditioning program in patients taking propranolol for angina pectoris.

ABSTRACT

17 patients with stable angina pectoris due to coronary occlusive disease had serial graded exercise tests performed while on no medication, after treatment with propranolol and after an 8-week exercise reconditioning regimen while taking propranolol. The patient whose angina-free exercise capacity on beta-blockade is 2.5 METs or greater is likely to benefit from an exercise program.