About the Program
The Cardiac Rehabilitation Program focuses on building healthy lifestyle habits for patients in a safe and effective environment.
Each patient's program is 1-on-1, and individualized to ensure the best continuation of care. This program is based on current evidence-based practices.
Patients with heart disease risk factors can and are encouraged to participate in the program as a preventative measure. Many individuals think they are unable to do physical activity because of their age of other health conditions, such as arthritis.
Our Cardiac Rehabilitation Program is aimed at addressing those barriers to make physical activity an integral part of those patients' lives.
Studies have found that cardiac rehabilitation helps men and women, people of all ages, and people with mild, moderate, and severe heart problems. Research demonstrates that cardiac rehabilitation can have many health benefits, including:
- Strengthening your heart and body
- Relieving symptoms of heart problems
- Building healthier habits such as getting more physical activity, quitting smoking, and eating a heart-healthy diet
- Improving your mood and lessening depression.Increasing your energy and strength
- Lowering your risk for future heart problems
Program Schedule
Initial Assessment (1 session @ 60 minutes)
- Full history
- Identify Risk Factors
- Identify individual physical limitations
- Cardiopulmonary Assessment
- Consultation with Nanaimo Cardiology Team as required
Education Component
Educational topics include:
- What is the Cardiopulmonary System?
- Causes of Heart Diseases
- Nutritional Advice
- Healthy Heart Management Strategies
- Psychosocial Support Strategies
- Review of Current Treatment for Cardiac Rehabilitation
- Why and How Exercise Can Help Your Cardiopulmonary System
- How to Cope With Difficulties of Daily Living Associated With A Heart Condition
Exercise Sessions
Exercise sessions are available as private sessions or within a small group setting.
- Individualized exercise program
- Build aerobic endurance
- Gain muscular strength and endurance through functional exercises
- Learn how to apply these exercises to everyday activities
