Cardiac Rehabilitation

Cardiac rehabilitation is an individualized treatment plan that includes evaluation and instruction on physical activity, nutrition, stress management and other areas that can improve your heart health. Cardiac rehab is an important part of the treatment of your specific heart problem. If you have one of the following diagnoses, you may be eligible to participate:

• Heart attack
• Angina
• Cardiac surgery, such as coronary bypass or valve surgery
• Coronary artery angioplasty or stents
• Heart failure
• Heart transplantation

Cardiac rehab is often covered by health insurance. We recommend you check your plan to determine copays or other requirements. Contact us to inquire about programs for patients who do not have insurance.

A physician’s referral is required to initiate rehab services.

Benefits of cardiac rehabilitation

• Live longer and lessen your chances for another heart attack.
• Control heart disease symptoms such as chest pain or shortness of breath.
• Stop or reverse damage to your blood vessels in your heart.
• Lessen the physical and emotional effects of heart disease.
• Improve your stamina and strength, getting you back to your usual activities, including work, hobbies and regular exercise.
• Improve your confidence and well-being.

Cardiac rehabilitation offers

• Assessment of your personal risk factors for heart and blood vessel disease.
• Beginning and maintaining a personalized exercise plan that works for you.
• Psychological/stress assessment and counseling.
• Education and support to make healthy lifestyle changes.

For questions, please call us at541-296-7319. Physicians can fax referrals to 541-296-7390.