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Rehabilitation Services Cardiac Rehab
Cardiac rehabilitation is a supervised exercise program for those who
have had a heart attack, bypass surgery or angioplasty. Patients come
in to exercise while being monitored with a telemetry unit so that any
abnormality in heart rhythm can be detected during exercise. We
provide a safe, learning environment for those who may be concerned about
how much or how hard they should be exercising.
Much attention is given to teaching patients about a heart-healthy
lifestyle. Patients receive much encouragement from the staff and
other patients to return to their previous level of functioning. We
also offer an exercise program for spouses to increase the patient's
compliance with the program. Typically patients come for six to twelve
weeks, although some graduate from the program sooner.
After completing the program, many continue with our Phase III program
either at the fitness center or at the YMCA. We utilize a team
approach, including dietitians, pharmacists, therapists, and psychologists.
Together they address healthy eating habits, medication management, stress
control and special exercise needs. A support group for cardiac rehab
patients and their families is the second and fourth Thursday evenings of
each month. To learn more about cardiac rehab, call 785-452-7588. |
