Pulmonary rehab is a comprehensive therapeutic program aimed to help individuals with lung disease achieve their maximum level of independence. This is obtained through supervised exercise sessions with monitoring and education provided by a multidisciplinary team of trained professionals. 

What can pulmonary rehabilitation do for me?

The goal of pulmonary rehab is to stabilize the physiology and psychopathology of pulmonary diseases. Our specialized staff tailors a program to the individual patient and works to return the patient to the highest possible functional capacity allowed by their pulmonary concern as well as their overall life situation.

Benefits of Pulmonary Rehabilitation

• Decreased shortness of breath with activity
• Improved quality of life
• Increased knowledge of disease process
• Improved performance in daily activities
• Improved strength and endurance
• Decreased medical costs for patient care
• Reduced and controlled symptoms of COPD and other lung diseases
• Reduced psychological symptoms such as anxiety and depression

Am I a candidate for pulmonary rehabilitation?

The pulmonary rehabilitation programs at Saint Francis provide rehabilitation for individuals with a variety of lung diseases, such as Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, interstitial pulmonary fibrosis, bronchiectasis, Reactive Airway Disease and asthma. Talk with your pulmonologist to get a referral to attend pulmonary rehabilitation or call the program in Tulsa at 918-502-4050 or in Muskogee at 918-681-6818 for additional information.

What is the program like?

The program is individually tailored based on medical necessity and can range from six to 12 weeks. Sessions may be two to three times a week depending on the location and diagnosis.

Find Out More

To learn more about a Saint Francis pulmonary rehabilitation program near you, talk with your pulmonologist or call Saint Francis HealthLink at 918-488-6688. Programs are available in both Tulsa and Muskogee.