Pulmonary rehabilitation is a program for patients suffering from various pulmonary diseases. The most common condition treated by pulmonary rehabilitation therapists is chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which is a series of diseases that affect the lungs. In pulmonary rehabilitation, patients strengthen their lungs through exercise. Programs are personalized to help patients address the unique challenges imposed by their specific pulmonary disease.
Conditions that can be treated by pulmonary rehabilitation include:
Pulmonary rehab for various forms of pulmonary disease is available at Allied Services Integrated Health System. Our pulmonary rehab therapists work closely with patients to develop personalized treatment plans.
Pulmonary rehab is all about training and strengthening the lungs. People with pulmonary disease may have a difficult time exercising, but it is critical that they do in order to keep their lungs strong. This is why learning safe and effective exercises from a knowledgeable pulmonary rehabilitation therapist are so important.
Pulmonary rehabilitation may involve:
With an effective pulmonary rehab routine, patients can reduce hospital visits, live more active lifestyles, and manage the symptoms of COPD and other pulmonary diseases.
Patients will need a referral to participate in pulmonary rehabilitation at Allied Services Integrated Health System. For specific questions on how to obtain a referral, please call 570-348-1359 (Wilkes-Barre) or 570-826-3885 (Scranton). Contact us to learn more or start your referral process today.