Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehabilitation is a medically supervised program aimed at getting patients back to normal activities after they have suffered an “event” as quickly and safely as possible. The programs combine monitored exercise with education that will help them learn from their “event,” such as heart attacks, cardiac surgery, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and more.

Pershing Health System’s Cardiac Rehabilitation Department works closely with your physician to create a program that helps with high blood pressure, diabetes, and the effects of smoking. Patients receive progressive exercise and educational resources that enable and equip them to make wise decisions concerning their future health.

Some of the equipment used to treat cardiovascular disease in our Cardiac Rehab Department is two treadmills, a NuStep, a Seated Elliptical, and an Arm Ergometer. Patients are hooked up to a telemetry monitor during exercise. Vitals are taken before and during each exercise session. Patients are encouraged to increase their intensity and duration of exercise as tolerated throughout the program.

After completing their treatment program in Cardiac Rehab, patients are encouraged to continue exercising on their own doing something they like such as walking, joining the YMCA, or using home equipment. The goal is to keep moving to increase the heart rate.

Nutritional Services coordinates with Cardiac Rehabilitation in assisting patients with their dietary needs and questions to enhance their cardiac recovery. Nutritional information can be printed out and sent home with patients giving them a resource to refer to as they recover at home.

A referral from a cardiologist is required for treatment in the Cardiac Rehabilitation program. Patients needing Pulmonary Rehabilitation services require an order from their Pulmonologist.

For more information or questions please call the Cardiac Rehabilitation Department at 660-258-1274.

FAQ

How many sessions of cardiac rehabilitation will I get?

Insurance typically pays for 36 sessions. Patients are encouraged to check with their insurance for specific information on how much they will pay.