Respiratory Therapy in Albert Lea

If you’re experiencing concerns related to your heart, lungs or your ability to breathe, respiratory therapy can offer valuable assistance.

Our respiratory therapy team works closely with other specialized services, such as Pulmonology and Cardiology to diagnose, treat and manage a wide spectrum of respiratory conditions. Whether it’s providing support to children dealing with acute asthma or offering aid to adults facing symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), such as breathlessness, frequent coughing, wheezing or chest tightness, our highly skilled respiratory therapists are committed to improving the quality of life for patients across all age groups.

Conditions treated may include:

• Acute bronchitis
• Asthma
• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• Mucus or other blockages in the airways or lungs
• Pneumonia
• Sleep apnea

Tests and treatments may include:

• Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring
• Arterial blood gas testing
• Artificial airway management
• Breath alcohol test
• Bronchodilator (lung function) testing
• Bronchoscopy
• Cardiac monitoring
• Cardiopulmonary exercise testing
• Medication and aerosol therapy
• Oximetry
• Oxygen therapy
• Pulmonary function testing
• Pulmonary rehabilitation
• Spirometry