Pulmonary Rehabilitation

3010 E. Lynn Blvd.
Sterling, Illinois 61081
(815) 622-9723 or
(815) 625-0400 ext. 1847

The Purpose of Pulmonary Rehab...   is to reduce and control the symptoms and complications experienced by patients with moderate to severe pulmonary disease. This is accomplished through a program of exercise and education.

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Eligibility is based upon the following:

• A diagnosis of moderate to severe pulmonary disease.
• The results of your pulmonary function test shows the severity of your disease and the results are no older than 3 months.
• A non-smoker or participating in a smoking cessation program.

• Increase endurance
• Increase independence
• Increase confidence
• Decrease the number of hospitalizations due to Pulmonary Disease
• Decrease fatigue
• Decrease feelings of shortness of breath
• Improve quality of life
• Breathe properly
• Conserve energy

AND MUCH, MUCH MORE!

Program Design

Pulmonary Rehabilitation meets 3 times a week for 10 weeks. If you meet certain medical criteria, some of the cost of the program is covered by Medicare and many private insurance carriers will also cover some of the cost.

Your exercise program is based upon the results of your 6-minute walk test, your
pulmonary function test results, your medical history, and any personal needs or goals you may have.

Education is a very important part of the Pulmonary Rehab Program. Educational topics include:

• breathing retraining & paced walking
• lung diseases
• safe exercise
• medications
• conserving energy
• eat to feel better
• managing stress
• keeping your lungs clean & healthy

How to Get Started

All services are provided on an out-patient basis. Talk to your physician. Those interested in participating in CGH's Pulmonary Rehab Program must receive approval from their physician.

Call to make an appointment for a Pulmonary Rehab interview.

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