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 | What is Pulmonary Rehabilitation?
 Pulmonary Rehabilitation provides education and monitored exercise for those with pulmonary disease.
Pulmonary Rehabilitation helps you to:
- Better understand your lung health
- Have more energy
- Increase strength and endurance
- Perform activities of daily living
- Reduce stress
- Decrease chances of relapse and future hospitalizations
- Breathe better
- Enhance quality of life
Who provides my care?
You are the most important member of your care team. A multi-disciplinary team consisting of respiratory therapists, exercise physiologists, occupational therapists, registered nurses, dieticians and a pulmonologist will assist you.
How do I get started?
Pulmonary Rehabilitation begins with a doctor's referral. You will receive a call from a respiratory therapist to make your initial appointment. During your initial appointment, a respiratory therapist will perform an individual clinical evaluation. Included in your evaluation is a monitored six-minute walk test. You will then be scheduled for future sessions.
How do I make an appointment?
To schedule your appointment, call:
(651) 254-9999
Initial appointments are available in the morning or afternoon, Mondays or Fridays.
*If transportation is an issue, please ask us about resources available in the community. You may also consider visiting www. stpaulredcross.org for more information.
A family member, significant other or friend is always welcome to attend with you.
How long does Pulmonary Rehabilitation last?
Participation lasts for up to 12 sessions, attending two sessions per week (Tuesday and Thursday afternoons). Please allow two hours for each session. Included in most sessions is one hour of exercise and 45 minutes of education.
What is the cost?
Pulmonary Rehabilitation is covered all or in part by most insurance. Each enrollee is responsible for checking their specific policy in regards to coverage.
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