PULMONARY REHABILITATION
Pulmonary Rehabilitation | Physical Therapy | Occupational Therapy
Pulmonary rehabilitation is a program designed to improve your quality of life through therapy, emotional support and education. You will work with a multidisciplinary team who are specially trained to treat people with lung disease. Each patient's program will start with a comprehensive evaluation by a respiratory therapist. Through a carefully planned, integrated and individualized program of physical conditioning, exercise, and educational and nutritional counseling, physical endurance is increased and your quality of life will be improved.
Lung disease is the 3rd leading cause of death in the United States. There are two types of lung disease, obstructive and restrictive.
Obstructive
Obstructive lung diseases cause narrowing or blockage of the airways. Examples of obstructive lung disease are chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD), chronic bronchitis, emphysema, asthma, and bronchiectasis. In the United States, COPD includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema.
COPD is the most common form of lung disease in the United States and is the 4th leading cause of death. It is defined as a lung disease in which the lungs are damaged, making it hard to breathe. In chronic bronchitis, the airways, or tubes that carry air in and out of your lungs are partially obstructed by inflammation or excess mucous, making it difficult to breathe. At the end of the airways, are balloon like sacs called alveoli. In healthy people, they are elastic and springy, expanding with inhalation and deflating with exhalation. In patients with emphysema, these alveoli lose their elasticity and become floppy, resulting in less air getting in and out of the lungs.
Restrictive
Restrictive lung disease caused from the loss of lung, decrease in lung's ability to expand or transfer oxygen and carbon dioxide with the blood. Examples of restrictive lung disease are lung cancer, pneumonia, pulmonary fibrosis, and sarcoidosis.
Although, COPD is the most common form of lung disease, pulmonary rehabilitation benefits patients with all types of lung disease, including: interstitial lung disease, lung transplant, lobectomy, resection, dyspnea, and mesothelioma.
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Lung disease is the 3rd leading cause of death in the United States, taking 1 in 7 lives every year (http://lungdiseases.about.com). COPD is the main contributor in these numbers with over 5000 deaths in Illinois in 2005. Unfortunately, of the leading causes of death, COPD is the only chronic disease that has increased in the last 15 years with a staggering leap of 32%. Give me a comparison to other chronic diseases that have decreased
According to a recent Milken Institute study on the economic impact of chronic disease, the results are overwhelming. On a national level, the economic impact of chronic disease is $1.33 trillion. There are 49.2 million reported cases in the United States of persons with pulmonary disorders. In Illinois, the economic impact was $56.1 billion dollars in 2003, and rising. On our current path, by the year 2023, the economic cost will estimate at $150 billion. In altering our path by improvements in preventative and management of chronic diseases, we can decrease the economic costs by $41 billion (27%). Of these reported cases of chronic disease, pulmonary conditions ranked number one with 2,116,000 reported cases.
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The clinical goal of pulmonary rehabilitation is decreasing frequency and duration of hospitalizations. Clinical studies have shown the following:
There is a lot of anxiety and depression regarding unanswered questions and concerns when living with a chronic disease. In a pulmonary rehabilitation program we address all of these. These are some examples of how pulmonary rehabilitation will help you:
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During your rehabilitation at SelectCare Health you will have the opportunity to work with several members of our team.
Respiratory Therapists - A health professional trained to evaluate and treat people who have breathing problems or other lung disorders.
Medical director- Reviews care plans and oversees facility to ensure the highest quality of care is given to you.
Physical therapist- Evaluates every patient prior to starting pulmonary rehabilitation.
Registered Nurse- Lead educational sessions covering a variety of topics that are open to anyone involved in the program.
Social worker- Reviews charts on a regular basis to screen for anxiety and depression.
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At SelectCare Health, you will find a professional, friendly, and caring staff. Each therapist focuses his/her time on individually tailoring to your needs. Our facility is the definition of convenience. From ample parking to complimentary medical transportation services, you will never have to worry about your therapy inconveniencing yourself or your loved ones.
Upon the completion of your pulmonary rehabilitation, SelectCare Health offers a unique Pulmonary Management program which meets at your convenience to assist in continuing your routine, improving your endurance, and completely overhauling your quality of life for the better. We also offer quarterly support groups so you can meet with others that have endured and triumphed over lung disease while also offering the opportunity to discuss any clinical concerns with physicians and therapists.
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“After being diagnosed with Pulmonary Fibrosis, I found the one thing that helped me maintain quality of life was my Pulmonary Rehab program. It is the best thing I can ever do for myself.”
-Priscilla, 60, Pulmonary Fibrosis
“Before I was diagnosed with COPD my life was changing not for the better. Now, since I am in Pulmonary Rehab and continuing with the maintenance program, my outlook on life is healthier and happier. My family is happy that we can look forward to a happy future again.”
-Susie, 56, COPD
“Pulmonary Rehab has taught me how to pace my activities, giving me increased strength and endurance. Being in a rehab program with people who have the same problems allows me to get out and not feel isolated. Even though I still have to be careful with what I do, I can do more with less symptom flare up.”
-Sandy, 59, Chronic Obstructive Asthma
“Pulmonary Rehab has taught me the correct breathing method for my disease. I was able to decrease my oxygen during the day while performing my daily activities. Being among people with similar breathing problems helps me realize I am not an isolated cause.”
-Pam, 61, Emphysema
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What is Pulmonary Rehabilitation?
Pulmonary rehabilitation is a program designed to improve your quality of life through therapy, emotional support and education. You will work with a multidisciplinary team who are specially trained to treat people with lung disease. Each patient's program will start with a comprehensive evaluation by a respiratory therapist. Through a carefully planned, integrated and individualized program of physical conditioning, exercise, and educational and nutritional counseling, physical endurance is increased and your quality of life will be improved.
Breathing Problems?
Lung disease is the 3rd leading cause of death in the United States. There are two types of lung disease, obstructive and restrictive.
Obstructive
Obstructive lung diseases cause narrowing or blockage of the airways. Examples of obstructive lung disease are chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD), chronic bronchitis, emphysema, asthma, and bronchiectasis. In the United States, COPD includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema.
COPD is the most common form of lung disease in the United States and is the 4th leading cause of death. It is defined as a lung disease in which the lungs are damaged, making it hard to breathe. In chronic bronchitis, the airways, or tubes that carry air in and out of your lungs are partially obstructed by inflammation or excess mucous, making it difficult to breathe. At the end of the airways, are balloon like sacs called alveoli. In healthy people, they are elastic and springy, expanding with inhalation and deflating with exhalation. In patients with emphysema, these alveoli lose their elasticity and become floppy, resulting in less air getting in and out of the lungs.
Restrictive
Restrictive lung disease caused from the loss of lung, decrease in lung's ability to expand or transfer oxygen and carbon dioxide with the blood. Examples of restrictive lung disease are lung cancer, pneumonia, pulmonary fibrosis, and sarcoidosis.
Although, COPD is the most common form of lung disease, pulmonary rehabilitation benefits patients with all types of lung disease, including: interstitial lung disease, lung transplant, lobectomy, resection, dyspnea, and mesothelioma.
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Statistics
Lung disease is the 3rd leading cause of death in the United States, taking 1 in 7 lives every year (http://lungdiseases.about.com). COPD is the main contributor in these numbers with over 5000 deaths in Illinois in 2005. Unfortunately, of the leading causes of death, COPD is the only chronic disease that has increased in the last 15 years with a staggering leap of 32%. Give me a comparison to other chronic diseases that have decreased
According to a recent Milken Institute study on the economic impact of chronic disease, the results are overwhelming. On a national level, the economic impact of chronic disease is $1.33 trillion. There are 49.2 million reported cases in the United States of persons with pulmonary disorders. In Illinois, the economic impact was $56.1 billion dollars in 2003, and rising. On our current path, by the year 2023, the economic cost will estimate at $150 billion. In altering our path by improvements in preventative and management of chronic diseases, we can decrease the economic costs by $41 billion (27%). Of these reported cases of chronic disease, pulmonary conditions ranked number one with 2,116,000 reported cases.
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Benefits
The clinical goal of pulmonary rehabilitation is decreasing frequency and duration of hospitalizations. Clinical studies have shown the following:
- Patients who completed 3 months of pulmonary rehabilitation program showed significant improvements in endurance time and cardiac frequency during cycling and walking distance.
- There are also relevant changes in the patient's perceived quality of life.
- Decrease in hospitalization time by 50%
- Less doctor office visits related to complaints of symptomatic nature.
There is a lot of anxiety and depression regarding unanswered questions and concerns when living with a chronic disease. In a pulmonary rehabilitation program we address all of these. These are some examples of how pulmonary rehabilitation will help you:
- When you learn about your diagnosis and how to manage your disease, a lot of this anxiety goes away over time.
- Improving your endurance improves the quality of your life and enables you to do some of the things you used to, increasing your self-esteem.
- Your team of healthcare workers will work with you personally and help you find your stressors and the proper coping mechanism allowing you to feel a little more like you again.
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Medical Personnel
During your rehabilitation at SelectCare Health you will have the opportunity to work with several members of our team.
Respiratory Therapists - A health professional trained to evaluate and treat people who have breathing problems or other lung disorders.
Medical director- Reviews care plans and oversees facility to ensure the highest quality of care is given to you.
Physical therapist- Evaluates every patient prior to starting pulmonary rehabilitation.
Registered Nurse- Lead educational sessions covering a variety of topics that are open to anyone involved in the program.
Social worker- Reviews charts on a regular basis to screen for anxiety and depression.
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Why SCH
At SelectCare Health, you will find a professional, friendly, and caring staff. Each therapist focuses his/her time on individually tailoring to your needs. Our facility is the definition of convenience. From ample parking to complimentary medical transportation services, you will never have to worry about your therapy inconveniencing yourself or your loved ones.
Upon the completion of your pulmonary rehabilitation, SelectCare Health offers a unique Pulmonary Management program which meets at your convenience to assist in continuing your routine, improving your endurance, and completely overhauling your quality of life for the better. We also offer quarterly support groups so you can meet with others that have endured and triumphed over lung disease while also offering the opportunity to discuss any clinical concerns with physicians and therapists.
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Patient Testimonials
“After being diagnosed with Pulmonary Fibrosis, I found the one thing that helped me maintain quality of life was my Pulmonary Rehab program. It is the best thing I can ever do for myself.”
-Priscilla, 60, Pulmonary Fibrosis
“Before I was diagnosed with COPD my life was changing not for the better. Now, since I am in Pulmonary Rehab and continuing with the maintenance program, my outlook on life is healthier and happier. My family is happy that we can look forward to a happy future again.”
-Susie, 56, COPD
“Pulmonary Rehab has taught me how to pace my activities, giving me increased strength and endurance. Being in a rehab program with people who have the same problems allows me to get out and not feel isolated. Even though I still have to be careful with what I do, I can do more with less symptom flare up.”
-Sandy, 59, Chronic Obstructive Asthma
“Pulmonary Rehab has taught me the correct breathing method for my disease. I was able to decrease my oxygen during the day while performing my daily activities. Being among people with similar breathing problems helps me realize I am not an isolated cause.”
-Pam, 61, Emphysema
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