Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation

If you’re living with heart disease, lung disease, or other heart and lung concerns, you don’t have to manage them alone. Cardiopulmonary rehabilitation at Olmsted Medical Center (OMC) gives you the tools, support, and confidence to live a healthier, more active life.

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Why Choose OMC for Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation?

Our program is certified by the American Association of Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR)—a national recognition that shows our care meets the highest standards for safety, quality, and patient outcomes. You’ll benefit from a team that’s committed to helping you feel your best and regain independence.

How Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Helps You

Through a personalized program, you’ll learn how to:

Build strength and stamina with safe, guided exercise
Manage blood pressure and cholesterol to protect your heart
Improve breathing with techniques to strengthen your lungs
Adopt healthier habits around nutrition, movement, and stress
Reduce your risk of future heart or lung problems
Feel more confident in daily activities and enjoy better quality of life

What to Expect

Your rehabilitation plan may include:

Aerobic capacity testing to set safe exercise levels
A customized exercise prescription designed just for you
Breathing exercises and respiratory muscle training
Education on healthy eating, cholesterol management, and weight control
Stress management and relaxation strategies
Ongoing support to help you reach and maintain your goals

A Team Working for You

You’ll be cared for by a compassionate, certified team that may include:

Nurses
Exercise physiologists
A registered dietitian
Other rehabilitation specialists

Together, we’ll guide your progress and celebrate your achievements.

How to Get Started

Talk with your primary care provider or heart/lung specialist about whether cardiopulmonary rehabilitation is right for you.

Have questions? Call our cardiopulmonary rehabilitation team at 507.292.7099.