Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Pulmonary Rehab is a program of up to 36 sessions based on an individualized and personalized treatment plan to improve symptoms of shortness of breath associated with various lung diseases, including
• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
• Pulmonary Fibrosis
• Interstitial Lung Disease
• Lung Volume Reduction Surgery
• Before and after Lung Transplantation
It is generally covered by most insurance companies and assists participants to live better with their lung condition. A Pulmonary Function Test within the last year is required by most insurances prior to starting the program.
Pulmonary rehab offers
• Monitored and supervised physician-prescribed exercise to improve endurance and muscle strength to help minimize symptoms of shortness of breath
• Psychosocial support to manage living with lung disease and improve quality of life
• Education focused on breathing training, strategies for dealing with breathing problems and symptoms, diet and nutrition and medications