Cardiac Rehabilitation

Cardiac Rehabilitation or Cardiac Rehab is a comprehensive, medically-supervised, hospital-based outpatient program for persons of all ages with heart disease including heart attack, heart surgery, stent placement, stable angina (chest pain) or heart failure.

While completing the program, participants will learn more about heart-healthy exercise and diet. An exercise program will be tailored specifically for you. You will have your heart rate, blood pressure and EKG monitored during your exercise sessions. The program can help you recover and reduce your chances of future heart problems.

Progressive monitored exercise utilizing treadmills, stationary bicycles, recumbent steppers, arm cranks, and weights in a comfortable environment.
Educational services include dietary consultation, stress management, risk factor and lifestyle modification, and information on medications.
Our cardiac monitoring system includes heart rate, heart rhythm, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, and your body’s response to exercise.
Cardiac Rehab services are available Monday through Friday by regularly scheduled visits.

Will My Insurance Pay for the Services?

Some programs may be reimbursed under Medicare and/or private insurances. Individuals should check with the Cardiopulmonary staff who will verify coverage prior to starting any program.

Getting Started?

To start any of the programs you must have a physician’s referral. Your physician will be sent periodic progress reports.

Hours

Monday/Wednesday/Friday
7:00 - 11:30 am & 12:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Tuesday/Thursday
7:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Contact

For more information, call Cardiopulmonary Department at 573-883-7743.

Pulmonary Rehabilitation

The Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program, in operation since 1991, is designed to help participants do what others take for granted - breathe freely. The program focuses on education and physically reconditioning those who suffer with breathing disorders such as emphysema, COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), chronic bronchitis, asthma, and occupational or environmental lung diseases. The Hospital’s Pulmonary Rehab department can teach you how to take care of yourself, how to improve your fitness, and how to live a more comfortable life. Any physician may refer a patient to the pulmonary program.

Emphysema and chronic bronchitis are diseases which cannot be “cured.” However, there are many techniques, treatments, and lifestyle adjustments, which can effectively improve the health of some who have these conditions.

Each individual is unique. That is why a rehabilitation program, with a professional staff that can identify and meet your specific needs, is best.

Benefits

The benefits of participating in a Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program are:

Increased strength and endurance
Improved ability to pace activities
Increased independence
Reduced anxiety
Increased ability to cope with a chronic condition
And, most importantly, easier breathing

Getting Started

Contact your physician regarding your interest in the Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program. Once your participation is approved, call the Pulmonary Rehab Department at 573-883-7743. The Pulmonary Medicine Department will make the necessary arrangements for you to get started in the program. The Rehabilitation Staff will keep your physician informed of your progress throughout the program.