Exercising With Resistance Bands (Part 1)...To take part in the respiratory rehab program, I had to complete an 'in-person' 6-minute walk test.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments12 comments
Tai Chi for COPD - An Alternative to Pulmonary Rehab...Just about every person who has COPD can benefit from pulmonary rehab.... By Kathi MacNaughton4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
There's Always a Solution, Part 2...Then I discovered I could buy a peddler similar to the one in rehab.... By Carol Kirker3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
What's in Your Toolbox? (Part 1)...Many pulmonary rehab programs offer a maintenance program after completion for a small fee.... By Carol Kirker3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Elizabeth Moffett...I started up a Pulmonary Rehab at the local hospital where I live and ran that before COVID hit.... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
Exercise, Self-Discipline, and COPD...When my doctor sent me to pulmonary rehab, I didn’t have to worry about being disciplined.... By Carol Kirker3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments12 comments
Going to Gym with Oxygen...I'm planning a trial of this soon because my pulmonary rehab has run out. Thank you....Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 replies
Double Lung Transplant...Was Told If I Was Listed After Rehab Needed To Stay In Durham For A Total Of Around 6 Months. But It Will Be Well Worth It....Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 replies
Respiratory Rehabilitation...We had many specialists and past participants of Resp Rehab visit to share their education.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments12 comments
The Better Breathers Club...When I began pulmonary rehab a few years ago, there was a support group associated with the rehab center I attended.... By KevinDavitt5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
COPD and Exercise...My pulmonologist sent me to pulmonary rehab where I learned about the concept of muscle wasting.... By fr0van1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
To have mucus or not to have mucus that is my question...From from My pulmonary doctor another from my pulmonary rehab technicians. My Doctor says...Reactions 0 reactions Comments7 replies
My Experience With Being Intubated...Finishing my first round of rehab just as spring was breaking.... By Barbara Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
My COPD Journey...After rehab, I continued to exercise, and stayed with the diaphragmatic breathing they taught.... By jsielke2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Emphysema patient...Has anyone experienced increased shortness of breath after undergoing pulmonary rehab?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments8 repliesBreathingEmphysemaPulmonary Rehabilitation
feeling like a fish out of water!...I've also read there are 4 stages to COPD, how do you know what stage your at? At what stage do you get referred to respiratory rehab?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 replies
Treating and Managing COPD...Pulmonary rehab may include: Some people with COPD use natural remedies as complementary therapies to help reduce COPD symptoms.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Exercise...I think a pulmonary rehab program is essential before anybody starts an exercise regimen.... By jcupdike1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Lung Volume Reduction Surgery (LVRS)...They gave me oxygen but I'd heard about a pulmonary rehab program at NY Presbyterian.... By bunnymusic601 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Tips for Managing COPD Pain...The pain can be real and severe, and it can be aggravated by something as simple as just walking.... By Leon Lebowitz, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments