What Is Cardiac Rehabilitation?
You will work with specially trained physicians, clinical exercise physiologists, registered nurses and registered dietitians to improve your heart health. Our cardiac rehab program includes:
- Medical evaluation
- Monitored exercise
- Cardiac risk factor modification
- Education
Do You Qualify for the Program?
If you’ve had any of the following conditions or procedures, you are a good candidate for our program:
- Heart attack
- Bypass surgery
- Heart valve repair/replacement
- Angioplasty
- Stable angina
- Heart and/or lung transplant
- Cardiac surgery
- Coronary artery disease documented by exercise tolerance test or coronary angiography
A physician referral is required for admission to the program.
Topics We Will Cover
Many scientific studies have shown that education and lifestyle modification are keys to a successful recovery. Topics covered during rehabilitation include:
- Maintaining a healthy weight
- Understanding your cholesterol
- Blood pressure control
- Heart disease
- Better exercise for life
- Smoking cessation
- Stress management