Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Breathing problems are scary, but at Genesis HealthCare System, your lungs are in the best hands. You’ll have pulmonary rehabilitation focused on lessening shortness of breath and increasing your quality of life.

Call to make an appointment: (740) 586-6888

Check with your doctor to see if you’re a candidate for pulmonary rehabilitation. You may be considered for our comprehensive program if you’re living with a stable, chronic lung disease such as:

Alpha 1 (Antitrypsin Deficiency)
Asthma
Black lung
Bronchiectasis
COPD
Chronic bronchitis
Emphysema
Pulmonary fibrosis
Other chronic respiratory disorders

David’s Story

Learn how patient David Mummey found care and support for COPD with help from Genesis Lung Services.

Exercise Sessions

Exercise sessions help you get back to breathing better. Sessions are held two days per week in two-hour sessions. Exercises include:

Low-level aerobic activities
Proper breathing techniques
Stretching
Strengthening

Exercise is proven to increase health and wellness, and by learning proper breathing techniques, you’ll be able to do more activity with less shortness of breath. All exercises are monitored by our team for your safety and progress, and we make sure you’re comfortable every step of the way.

Personalized Education

You’ll also receive education throughout your rehabilitation on achieving healthy lifestyle changes and making progress. You’ll also learn about breathing medicines, how they work and how to use them.

Maintenance Program

Upon successful completion of the pulmonary rehabilitation program, you can take advantage of our maintenance program with continued exercise at Genesis Hospital with our Pulmonary Rehab staff.

Accredited Program

Genesis HealthCare System’s pulmonary rehabilitation program is certified by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation. So you can trust you’ll benefit from: