Cardiac Rehabilitation

Cardiac Rehabilitation Programs:

Phase 2- EKG Monitored Program

Started early in recovery after a cardiac event or procedure, this program includes:

• Education to understand and manage heart disease including cardiac risk factor identification and modification.
• An individualized EKG-monitored exercise program to safely improve the heart's function and build strength and endurance. Exercises include stretching, range of motion, cardiorespiratory exercise (treadmill, stationary bicycle, NuStep etc.) and strength training.
• Information on physical activity guidelines.
• Emotional support. 

Phase 3- Cardio Direct Exercise Maintenance Program

This is a "self-pay" program for patients who have completed Phase 2 Cardiac Rehab. This non-EKG monitored program offers ongoing exercise, education and support while making important lifestyle changes.

A physician referral is required.

Who qualifies for cardiac rehabilitation?
You may qualify for cardiac rehabilitation if you've had:

• Recent heart attack
• Coronary artery bypass surgery (CABG)
• Valve surgery
• Balloon angioplasty/coronary stenting
• Heart transplant
• Stable chronic heart failure
• Other diagnoses may be covered

Insurance Information

Most insurances cover all or most of the cost of the Phase 2 program. Some insurances cover additional diagnoses not listed above. We will verify your insurance coverage before you enroll. Cardio Direct programs are "self-pay" and not billed to insurance.

Important Links

• American Heart Association
• American College of Sports Medicine

Heart Attack Information

Heart disease is the number one health problem of BOTH men and women in the United States. Do you know the warning signs of a heart attack? Are you at risk?

The warning signs and symptoms of a heart attack include: 

• Chest discomfort (tightness, fullness, heaviness, pressure, indigestion, squeezing), lasting more than 5 minutes: it may come and go.
• Other discomfort/pain can occur in one or both shoulders, arms, neck, back or stomach.
• Shortness of breath, cold sweat, nausea/vomiting, lightheadedness or weakness.
• Women, elderly and diabetic patients may have atypical symptoms (other than classic chest pain).  

If you are having a heart attack, call 911 and get medical treatment immediately! There are treatments that can be done at the hospital to STOP a heart attack if you act quickly! TIME IS MUSCLE!

Cardiac Risk Factors include:

• Family history of heart disease
• Smoking/Tobacco use
• High Cholesterol levels
• High blood pressure
• Diabetes
• Overweight/sedentary lifestyle
• Stress

Talk to your doctor about cardiac rehabilitation. We can help!

Helping Hearts, Saving Lives

Director: Amy Combs, BSN, RN, CCRN, CCRP

Monday, Wednesday & Thursday
7:00 am to 5:00 pm 

Tuesday & Friday
by Appointment

276.236.1763 - phone
276.238.2520 - fax