Cardiac rehabilitation

For more information about our cardiac rehabilitation services, please call Methodist Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Center at (210) 575-0355.

All participants with evidence of a cardiac problem are candidates for cardiac rehabilitation. Patients at high risk for developing heart disease are also encouraged to participate. The program is designed for patients with, but not limited to, the following heart problems or procedures:

• Aortic aneurysm
• Coronary bypass surgery
• Heart valve surgery
• Heart attack
• Angioplasty or coronary stent placement
• Heart failure
• Stable angina
• Pre and post-heart transplant
• Peripheral artery disease (PAD)

Cardiac rehab is generally covered by most health insurance companies, but check your plan to determine copays or other requirements. Call us at (210) 575-0355 to discuss options if your insurance does not provide coverage. Our staff will be glad to assist you.

You will need a physician's order to enter cardiac rehabilitation. Information on your health status will be assessed through a variety of diagnostic tests, which may include a cardiac stress test and six-minute walk test.

Exercise consists of an individualized program using stationary bikes, treadmills, elliptical trainers and resistance and strength training equipment.

In addition to a personalized exercise regimen, our cardiac rehab program also offers educational sessions to help you learn more about your heart health. Education topics include:

• Breathing techniques
• Diabetes management
• Disease process
• Energy conservation
• Medication usage
• Nutritional management
• Smoking cessation
• Stress management