Cardiac Rehabilitation is treatment designed specifically to help our patients return to function after a major cardiac surgery or event. Treatment emphasizes progressive aerobic conditioning, strengthening of specific muscle groups to increase activity tolerance, patient education on how to monitor heart rate/blood pressure, suggestions for dietary modifications and stress management techniques. Each session is 1:1 supervised care with continuous monitoring of vital signs for safe return to activity.
Common Diagnoses for Therapy
- Post-heart attack or stroke
- Heart conditions (i.e. coronary artery disease, angina, heart failure)
- Post-surgical (i.e. valve replacement, stent placement, coronary bypass, pacemaker/ICD, etc.)
Treatment Strategies
- Aerobic exercise prescription tailored to desired exercise type (walking, biking, swimming…)
- Targeted strength training
- Education for post-operative precautions
- Postural Training
- Dietary Education
- Breathing or Stress Management Training