rehabilitation & therapy
CARDIOPULMONARY REHABILITATION :: CARDIAC REHAB
Surviving a heart attack or other cardiovascular illness doesn't end with the trip home from the hospital. What is Cardiac Rehabilitation? Cardiac rehabilitation is a program of supervised exercise and lifestyle education to help cardiac patients rebuild cardiovascular capacity and prevent future cardiovascular problems. Who benefits? Most cardiac patients have something to gain by participating in a cardiac rehab program, whether it be to increase current level of functioning, develop a healtheir lifestyle, or receive social and emotional support. Individuals most likely to benefit are those with the following conditions:
• Stable Angina Outpatient Cardiac Rehab Services Exercise. Exercise is the key component of Trinity's cardiac rehab program. All patients are provided with an individualized exercise prescription, which may include walking, stationary cycling, rowing, and moderate resistance training. While exercising, patients are under the care of experienced cardiac rehab nurses, respiratory therapists and exercise physiologists, who monitor blood pressure, heart rate and rhythm to ensure patients are exercising safely. Your exercise program will be specially designed for you so that you may proceed at a safe and comfortable pace. Education. An individualized risk factor modification program is designed for each patient to help achieve and maintain a healthier lifestyle. Dietitians and Cardiopulmonary rehab staff assist with individual evaluation and instruction.
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