Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation
Our cardiopulmonary rehabilitation offers medically supervised outpatient programs designed to help patients with heart and lung issues develop healthier lifestyles and reduce the risk of future health events. Through a combination of exercise, education and support, we empower patients to take control of their heart and lung health for better quality of life.
Do I Need Cardiac or Pulmonary Rehab?
If your doctor has referred you to cardiac or pulmonary rehabilitation, they may recommend our structured exercise and education outpatient program to help you:
- Recover from a recent heart attack, heart surgery, stent placement, or heart failure
- COPD or post lung transplant
- Improve your heart, lung health and quality of life
- Manage heart conditions
- Improving shortness of breath and endurance
- Prevent future heart and lung problems and hospital stays
- Reduce risk factors for heart disease, such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, smoking, diabetes, obesity, stress, depression or lack of exercise
Talk to your primary care physician or cardiologist to see if rehab is right for you, or find a cardiac rehab location near you.
Cardiopulmonary Rehab at Southcoast Health
Our rehabilitation outpatient program uses a multidisciplinary approach to develop personalized treatment plans tailored to your specific needs and goals. Through education and exercise, you’ll be empowered to take control of your heart and lung health. Our program includes:
To assess your needs and limitations, set goals and create a customized plan.
To increase your aerobic fitness, strength and stamina. This may involve group or individual exercise sessions. A healthcare provider oversees your exercise program to monitor your heart rate and blood pressure.
Including guidance on diet, exercise, medications and stress management. Smoking cessation programs are also available for people who need to quit.
We help you cope with depression, anger or stress about your health, helping you return to an active, happy life.
Personalized Cardiac Rehabilitation Care
Our cardiac rehabilitation program offers individualized exercise programs within a group setting, directed by health professionals. Classes are held for 90 minutes at various times throughout the day to best fit the schedules of our patients.
Why Choose Southcoast Health
Southcoast Health offers one of the largest cardiac rehabilitation programs in New England, serving thousands of patients annually. With a staff of “America’s Best Vascular Surgeons” as awarded by Newsweek in 2024, you can trust that you’re receiving some of the best care in the country.
Transcatheter Valve Base Certification, American College of Cardiology
U.S. News & World Report High Performing Hospitals 2024-25, Heart Attack
U.S. News & World Report High Performing Hospitals 2024-25, Heart Failure
U.S. News & World Report High Performing Hospitals 2024-25, Heart Bypass Surgery
America's Best Vascular Surgeons 2024, Newsweek
