Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program
Our Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program is designed to improve the quality of life for patients who have a lung disease or lung conditions, such as Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), emphysema, chronic bronchitis, cystic fibrosis, pulmonary fibrosis and those who have had or have a pending lung transplant.
Conditions
Specialists of the Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program at LifeBridge Heath diagnose and treat the following conditions:
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Emphysema
- Chronic bronchitis
- Cystic fibrosis
- Pulmonary fibrosis
- Ailments of those who have had or have a pending lung transplant
What to Expect
Helping to address your pulmonary needs. Our Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program offers patients:
- monitored, individualized exercise program based on your health needs 2 to 3 times a week
- monthly face-to-face meeting with the pulmonologist
- nutrition class taught by a registered dietitian
- supervision by a board-certified physician, specially trained respiratory therapists, cardiac nurses and exercise specialists
- specialists certified by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation who meets the highest standards of care
- health education related to lung issues, breathing techniques and stress management
- emotional support