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The Joel Opatut Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Program at Monmouth
Medical Center offers individualized exercise and educational programs
for participants with cardiac or pulmonary conditions. Workouts
are conducted under the supervision of registered nurses and respiratory
care practitioners. The newly designed facility features state-of-the-art
fitness equipment and is fully accredited by the American Association
of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation.
Through education, exercise and counseling, participants learn
ways to prevent or decrease risk factors for developing heart disease
- steps to a healthier heart and healthier life.
For additional information on services provided by Monmouth Medical
Center's Cardiac Rehabilitation Program or to schedule an appointment,
please call (732) 923-7454.
Because regular exercise has been proven to enable the heart to
work more efficiently, the program provides participants with custom-designed
exercise regimens.
Our highly specialized staff works closely with you and your physician
in developing exercise programs that meet your individual needs.
Workouts are conducted under the supervision of a registered nurse
specially trained in coronary care as well as an exercise specialist.
These professionals will monitor your heart's rhythm, rate and
blood pressure to measure your body's response to the exercise.
Our newly designed facility features state-of-the-art fitness
equipment, including treadmills, arm ergometers, rowing machines
and stationary bicycles.
Studies show that exercise programs work best in conjunction with
healthy living education. Our individual and group educational
sessions help you understand how to embark on a healthier lifestyle.
In addition, the program gives you the opportunity to learn about
proper nutrition, weight management, coronary disease process,
risk-factor modification and stress management.
Monmouth's Cardiac Rehabilitation Program is open to individuals
who have had heart bypass surgery, Valve replacement surgery, a
heart attack, angioplasty, stent or stable angina. In addition,
those who are looking for services to improve their cardiac health
are eligible and can speak to their doctor about a referral to
the program.
Most major medical insurance plans, including Medicare, cover
some program charges.
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The Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program at Monmouth Medical Center
is designed for individuals living with pulmonary disease. Through
exercise and education, participants will become more active and
independent – and on their way to a better quality of life.
The Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program will provide individualized
education on topics including:
- Activities of daily living, such as shopping, traveling and
bathing
- Bronchial hygiene
- Medications
- Nutrition
- Stress management, including coping and relaxation techniques
Additionally, participants will learn about the pulmonary disease
process, and the signs and symptoms of complications of the disease.
Our highly specialized staff works closely with participants in
developing exercise programs to meet their personal needs. Workouts
are conducted under the supervision of registered nurses and respiratory
care practitioners. These professionals monitor each participant’s
heart rate, blood pressure and oxygen saturation to measure the
body’s response to exercise.
Our newly designed facility features state-of-the-art fitness
equipment, including tread mills, arm ergometers, rowing machines
and stationary bicycles.
Monmouth’s Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program is open to individuals
who have either obstructive or restrictive pulmonary disease. Those
who are eligible can speak to their doctor about a referral.
For more information about the Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program
or to schedule an appointment, call 732-923-7454.
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