Cardiac Rehabilitation

The cardiac rehabilitation program at Spring View Hospital is designed to support your individual journey to a healthier heart. If you're worried about your risk for heart disease, or you are recovering from a heart event, our staff is ready to support you. We offer a welcoming, supportive environment and an individualized approach to nutrition and exercise tailored to your lifestyle.

Treatment can begin in the hospital following a heart event, or after discharge. Talk to your provider about joining our cardiac rehabilitation program. Most insurance plans partially or fully cover the cost of this service.

You may qualify for cardiac rehabilitation if you have experienced any of the following:

• • • A heart attack (also known as a “myocardial infarction”) in the past 12 months
    • Coronary Bypass Surgery
    • Valve replacement or repair
    • Angioplasty or “stent” placement
    • Heart transplant
    • Stable chest pain (also known as stable angina)
    • Congestive heart failure

Cardiac rehabilitation services include:

• • • Fitness program to strengthen heart health
    • Nutrition counseling
    • Psychological counseling
    • Weight management
    • Stress management
    • Smoking cessation
    • Diabetes education
    • Support groups

Quality Heart Care, Close to Home

Phase II Cardiac Rehabilitation at Spring View Hospital

Phase II cardiac rehabilitation is a medically monitored exercise program designed for those who have had a recent heart illness or surgery. This program mixes regular physical exercise with risk factor modification in order to help with recovery and strengthening of your body. Specially trained cardiopulmonary staff monitor the participant's heart rhythm, heart rate, and blood pressure during exercise therapy. In addition to exercise, participants are provided with individualized education sessions aimed at heart disease risk factor modification. The focus of the program is on preventing complications related to heart disease.

How Can I become Part of the Cardiac Rehabilitation Program?

At Spring View Hospital, we hold Cardiac Rehab classes on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. As a participant, it is recommended that you attend three days a week for maximum improvement of your cardiac status. Classes are held between 8:00am and 4:00pm. Each class is one hour long. You will be assigned a class time based on availability and your schedule. If insurance permits, you could be eligible for 36 rehab visits. Some insurance companies will authorize less than this.

For more information, we encourage you to talk with your physician or call 270.699.4627, or email.

Jill S. Whitney, RRT
Director of Cardiopulmonary