What is Pulmonary Rehabilitation?

Pulmonary Rehabilitation is a personalized program that helps people with lung disease improve their breathing, strength, endurance, and quality of life. The program combines exercise, breathing techniques, and education to help you manage your condition and stay active.

Our certified respiratory therapists provide individualized guidance and support throughout your program.

Patients typically attend our conveniently located clinic 2–3 times per week for 8–12 weeks, depending on their individual needs and treatment plan.

Is Pulmonary Rehabilitation right for me?

Living with lung disease can make physical activity more difficult. When you become less active, your muscles can lose strength and endurance, which can make everyday activities feel even more challenging.

Pulmonary Rehabilitation can help you safely increase your activity level, build strength and endurance, and become more confident managing shortness of breath.

Many people with COPD and other lung conditions find that they can walk farther, perform daily activities more easily, and stay active after completing pulmonary rehabilitation.

If lung disease limits your normal physical activity or affects your ability to work or enjoy everyday activities, Pulmonary Rehabilitation may be right for you.

What Are the Benefits?

Through Pulmonary Rehabilitation, you can:
• Breathe more effectively
• Improve strength, stamina, and endurance
• Better understand your lung condition and medications
• Learn techniques to manage shortness of breath and flare-ups
• Increase your ability to perform everyday activities

What Does a Respiratory Therapist Do?

Our respiratory therapists help you:
• Improve breathing techniques and mechanics
• Learn energy conservation strategies
• Build aerobic fitness and endurance
• Develop pacing techniques for daily activities and learn how to better manage your breathing during activity

Is Pulmonary Rehabilitation covered by insurance?

Medicare and most insurance companies cover Pulmonary Rehabilitation, although coverage and eligibility requirements can vary by plan.

See the list of insurances we accept. If you don’t see your insurance carrier listed, give us a call at 501.525.2770 and we’ll be happy to check your coverage.