Pulmonary Rehabilitation (PR) at Fisher-Titus is a 12-week program, followed by an optional maintenance component. A physician referral is required to enter the program. Most charges for outpatient Pulmonary Rehabilitation are covered by insurance.
Our program designed for those who experience lung and breathing problems such as:
Pulmonary Rehabilitation helps you to improve your quality of life. Although it can’t cure your lung disease, it can help improve your breathing, allowing you to increase your daily function. PR also helps you:
Pulmonary Rehabilitation includes exercise classes and education about your lung disease or condition. PR may help you participate in activities with less shortness of breath and teach you how to “live” better with your lung condition. Additional education helps you:
Educational Programs
Education classes focus on COPD as well as other chronic lung diseases to provide you with information about:
Monitored and Supervised Exercise
A physical activity plan is tailored to your needs. Exercise will help improve your endurance and muscle strength, so you’re better able to carry out daily activities.
Psychosocial Support
People who have chronic lung disease are more prone to depression, anxiety, and other emotional difficulties. Our program addresses these issues and offers support resources, if needed.