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Physiotherapy for pulmonary rehabilitation
What we do
Physiotherapy has a very important role in improving the quality of life and increasing activity in patients with chronic respiratory problems. The physiotherapist provides an assessment considering not only breathing problems but also the effect of other illnesses on their breathing and general wellbeing.
The patient will be given education and advice about management of any breathing problems and necessary lifestyle changes.
Our pulmonary rehabilitation programme involves attending a programme of exercise sessions and education sessions. The exercises are set at a level for each individual so that all abilities can attend
Where we are
Our pulmonary rehabilitation programme is delivered in a variety of community locations, for patients who are not suitable for group rehabilitation, individual rehabilitation programmes can be developed and delivered either in their own homes or at Scarborough Hospital.
The physiotherapist can also follow up patients in their own homes following discharge from hospital in order to ensure maximum benefit following their stay in hospital.
What is pulmonary rehabilitation?
Pulmonary rehabilitation is an exercise and education programme to support self-management with chronic respiratory disease.
Pulmonary rehabilitation consists of attending twice a week for six weeks in a group exercise environment. We deliver Pulmonary rehabilitation across York, Selby and surrounding community-based areas.
The benefits of pulmonary rehabilitation
Pulmonary rehabilitation is proven to be beneficial for people with chronic respiratory diseases. Pulmonary rehabilitation helps you to:
- feel more confident exercising and gradually increases your fitness level
- feel less breathless when completing daily activities, such as walking, climbing stairs, shopping and getting dressed
- improve balance and co-ordination
- find out more about your condition
- gain advice about lifestyle changes and a long-term plan for managing your lung condition
- learn techniques to better manage your breathlessness.
- feel less fatigued
- improve your mood
Patient information videos
Please use the link below to access videos explaining what pulmonary rehabilitation is as well as the educational content for the course:
YouTube - Pulmonary rehabilitation patient information videos
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