Kosciusko Community Hospital Pulmonary Rehabilitation Services are designed to help patients with lung disease recover faster and return to full, productive lives. Most patients with pulmonary disease can maintain their usual level of activities if appropriate health care measures are followed. Structural treatment plans modify risk factors that contribute to the disease. As a result, Pulmonary Rehabilitation may prolong life, reduce disability, and raise the level of physical and social functioning to the highest possible level.
Pulmonary Disease is the third leading cause of death in the United States. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) affects nearly 2 million Americans and asthma more than 12 million. Preventive and rehabilitative care for patients with pulmonary disease reduces the need for hospitalization and improves survival. Changes in diet, exercise and smoking habits can decrease the impact of the disease. Altering these factors can help the patient return to a higher degree of physiological and psychological function.
The benefits of Pulmonary Rehabilitation:
- Controls and alleviates, as much as possible, the symptoms and complications of pulmonary impairment.
- Increased ability to carry out everyday activities with more ease.
- Decreases anxiety and depression.
- Improves quality of life.
- Facilitates return to work.
- Promotes independence and self-reliance.
- Increases exercise tolerance.
- Encourages participation in recreational pursuits.
- Reduces exacerbations and hospitalizations.
Structural treatment plans modify risk factors that contribute to the disease. As a result, Pulmonary Rehabilitation may prolong life, reduce disability, and raise the level of physical and social functioning to the highest possible level.
You need your doctor's approval to get started in Cardiac or Pulmonary Rehabilitation. Tell your doctor that you're interested in Cardiac or Pulmonary Rehabilitation and ask which services or plans are best for you.
For more information about the Kosciusko Community Hospital Health & Wellness Center Cardiopulmonary Rehab program call 574-372-7890.
The Pulmonary Rehabilitation Team
Your Pulmonary Rehabilitation team includes:
- Doctors
- Exercise Physiologists
- Dieticians
But the most important member of your Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation team is you. No one else can make you exercise, quit smoking, or eat a more healthful diet.
To be an active member of the Pulmonary Rehabilitation team:
- Learn about your heart condition
- Feel free to ask questions
- Follow the treatment plan
- Report symptoms or problems
Family members and friends can make a huge difference. They are welcome to attend education classes and participate in the learning process. Family members are invaluable. For example, they want to learn about preparing heart-healthy meals. Your family and friends can give you emotional support as you adjust to a new, healthier lifestyle.
You need your doctor's approval to get started in Pulmonary Rehabilitation. Tell your doctor that you're interested in Pulmonary Rehabilitation and ask which services or plans are best for you.
For more information about the Kosciusko Community Hospital Health & Wellness Center Pulmonary Rehabilitation program call 574-372-7890 or e-mail asell@kch.com.