Pulmonary rehabilitation helps people with a history of chronic lung disease to make lifestyle changes that may improve their health and reduce the risk of future health problems. It is a safe and effective way to help you feel better and stronger, learn more about your disease, break old habits and develop new, healthful habits. 

Sessions

Pulmonary rehabilitation sessions include exercise, education and counseling. 

• Exercise – Strengthen your lungs, heart and body while under the care and supervision of specialists. Supervision during exercise allows participants to push themselves safely. Each person progresses at their own pace. 
• Education – Understand lung disease and health risks associated with its development. 
• Support – Receive encouragement as you set goals toward healthful lifestyle changes. 
• Relaxation – Learn techniques to help you cope with stress and anxiety. 

What to Expect

The program generally ranges from 12 to 36 sessions, with an average of two sessions per week. Each session is approximately one hour. 

Team

Your team may include: 

• Family medicine provider
• Specialists
• Registered nurses
• Respiratory therapists
• Exercise specialists
• Registered dietitians
• Diabetes educators
• Pharmacists
• Physical therapists
• Counselors
• Behavior therapists/psychologists

Cost
Medicare and personal insurance may cover all or part of the cost of your pulmonary rehabilitation. We recommend you find out what will be covered by your individual plan. 

We are Certified
Our Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program is certified by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR). 

Contact Us
Call 507-594-5605 for more information. 

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