Cardiac Rehabilitation
Having a heart attack or being diagnosed with a heart condition can be life-changing and frightening. The goal of the Cardiac Rehabilitation Program at Silver Cross Hospital is to help you recover from your cardiovascular event and prevent future heart problems. Our rehabilitation program is designed to improve the functioning of your heart and lungs, strengthen your muscles, and help you gain the confidence you need to return to living a high-quality life.
Rehabilitation Program
Our highly trained cardiac rehabilitation nurses and exercise physiologists will review risk factors with you and discuss lifestyle changes and choices to help improve the success of your treatment. With the support and guidance of our cardiac rehabilitation team, you can return to your everyday life with a renewed, healthy outlook and strong heart.
Program Length
18 or 36 sessions (6 or 12 weeks)
Frequency
3 days per week, Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Goal
Achieve optimal level of physical, psychological and social health. Increase cardiac strength and endurance through:
- Individual progressive exercise plan monitored closely by telemetry
- Patient and family education of cardiovascular disease, risk factor modification, heart-healthy nutrition and stress management
- Emotional support
Qualifications
Coronary bypass surgery, heart attack, angioplasty with stent, stable angina, heart valve repair/replacement, heart transplant, within the last year. Congestive heart failure (must meet qualifications).
Requirements
A written physician order.
*Insurance and Medicare coverage may vary.
