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October 30, 2015 By Breathing Specialist Leave a Comment

Let’s Get Ready for COPD Success

Filed Under: For Doctors Tagged With: asthma, COPD, pulmonary rehab, Pulmonary Rehabilitation

November 30, 2014 By Breathing Specialist Leave a Comment

Why Pulmonary Rehab is a Waste of Time

Study after study shows the benefits of Pulmonary Rehab programs. Most PR programs at major medical centers follow the guidelines laid out by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehab: Six to eight weeks of supervised exercise 2-3 times a week, coupled with education on a variety of topics, shows improved 6 minute walk […]

Filed Under: Public Tagged With: asthma, conditioning, COPD, deconditioning, endurance, short breathing, shortness of breath, strength

July 27, 2014 By Breathing Specialist Leave a Comment

Will Pulmonary Rehab fix my lungs?

If your doctor has referred you for a Pulmonary Rehab program, I have one word for you: GO! For me, the six-week drill is nearly always the same: 6 patients arrive on the first day, with absolutely no clue what they signed up for. Fast forward to 6 weeks later, they are stronger, happier, excited […]

Filed Under: Public Tagged With: COPD, inhalers, oxygen, PF

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