Pulmonary Disease

Did you know: More than 16 million Americans have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Millions more have it and don’t know it.

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What is pulmonary disease?

Pulmonary disease (also called a respiratory disease or lung disorder) can impact the lungs and the respiratory system. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, lung cancer, pneumonia, and pulmonary fibrosis are included. For any individuals challenged by chronic pulmonary disease, the Breathe Free program can help.

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How can the Breathe Free program help?

This program helps improve pacing and energy conservation through the following methods:

  • A combination of breathing exercises and functional activities while stressing pacing and energy conservation.
  • An individualized approach to effective breathing and activity for those challenged by chronic pulmonary disease

Beyond Physical Therapy for Pulmonary Disease

If you have recently been diagnosed with Pulmonary Disease, or are worried it has been undiagnosed, contact your nearest Ivy Rehab Network clinic for an evaluation. Our friendly and skilled therapists offer a variety of therapy options to help patients manage the disease and continue their favorite activities.

1Nhlbi.nih.gov. (2020). COPD Learn More Breathe Better® | National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI). [online] Available at: https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health-topics/education-and-awareness/copd-learn-more-breathe-better [Accessed 13 Feb. 2020].

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Excellent4.8★★★★★ review us on ★★★★★ I really like the IvyRehab Hoboken because it’s closer to my house. The staffs are very friendly and Skyla King is very kind and friendly physical therapist to stretch my shoulders, lightly exercised and restored my range of motion due to my calcific tendonitis on my left shoulder. It was a referral from my doctor. I highly recommend and definitely come back soon in the future.Response from the ownerThank you for your kind words; we appreciate your feedback! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, Hoboken – Midtown ★★★★★ Mike and Kelsey are superstars. I’m 31 with mild to moderate OA in my knee and I’m also active. They have moving again and performing running activities with decreased pain and increased mobility. They show great attention to each client and actually spend time to engage with them on a personal level. This helps with keeping me motivated. They also pay close attention to each workout and make sure I follow proper form. I’ve been to multiple PTs and often you feel like “just another client” to those PTs. But with Mike and Kelsey I feel they actually care.Response from the ownerThank you Zach! We 100% agree Mike and Kelsey are superstars. We’re so glad to have you as a part of the Excel PT Westfield family. If there is anything else we can do for you, please know that you are always welcome here! ★★★★★ I broke my hip on 4/24 and had hip replacement on 4/25. After a few visits I was amazed how fast I got my mobility back. Matt and the crew gave me the exercises I needed to graduate from walker to crutches and then the cane. Its Memorial Day weekend and I’ve started walking without the cane now. He doesn’t push you hard just enough to educate you on what to do to get your injury in the rear view mirror. Super friendly and caring bunch at Ivey, helped me immensely.Response from the ownerWe value your feedback, thank you for your kind words! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, Monroe ★★★★★ I’ve been meaning to leave this review for awhile. This place is absolutely wonderful. The staff is so friendly front to back that I couldn’t recommend anyone else more for your needs. They helped our daughter heal with her broken leg even doing casting which helped calm her so much with the process and just worked with her every need. They are helping our son now with his OT needs and, much like his big sister did, he always looks forward to coming in. 100% recommend.Response from the ownerThank you so much for your positive feedback, it means the world to us! – The team at ABC Pediatric Therapy, Beavercreek ★★★★★ 这个理疗中心非常专业。理疗师Matt 对我们特别有爱心，耐心。根据病情，精心设计每一次的治疗方案。我们特别信任，感谢。汉生Response from the ownerThank you for your kind words, we appreciate your feedback! – The team at The Physical Therapy & Wellness Institute, North Wales! ★★★★★ After foot surgery for Lisfranc injury, I came to Excel in Westfield for physical therapy as it’s part of the Hospital for Special Surgery Rehabilitation Network, and I’m delighted with the outcome. Westfield Clinic Director Mike Gaeta is excellent. He has extensive expertise and experience in treating foot and ankle injuries, is attentive, kind and caring and made my challenging exercises fun. I was thrilled with the progress I was making with very session. Mike and his team monitor patients closely and engage them on a personal level; they are very good.Response from the ownerHi Cindy – thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. We’re so glad that you found us in Westfield and that Mike was able to help you with your recovery! ★★★★★ I am very, very grateful to Becca and Lauren for the care and treatment they offered me as I recovered from a serious injury and surgery to my right hand. They thoughtfully planned my therapy and rendered it with care, patience and compassion. I owe much of my recovery to them. I appreciate the number of choices of clinic locations that Synergy offers; the ease of access is a great help. Thank you!!Jerry HResponse from the ownerThank you for the great review, we really appreciate it! – The team at Synergy Rehab and Wellness, Staunton ★★★★★ I can’t say enough positive things about the Park Sports PT team in Williamsburg! I have been working with Megan (without and ‘H’) and Amelia (Amili Amili Amili) for the past few months rehabbing a torn ACL. Their fun and knowledgeable approach to rehab makes trips to Park Sports a highlight of my week. I can always can count on Megan to set me straight and alleviate my unfounded anxiety of re-injury. Also, shout out to Emmanuel who makes scheduling a breeze. 5 / 5 stars!Response from the ownerThank you for the great review, we really appreciate it! – The team at Park Sports Physical Therapy, Brooklyn – Williamsburg ★★★★★ Absolutely love everyone that works here. They do their job very well and treat everyone so nicely. Only after a few sessions my back is feeling a lot better. Thanks guys 😉Response from the ownerWe are so grateful to have earned this 5-star review. Thank you! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, Chesapeake – South Norfolk ★★★★★ Some of the friendliest staff I’ve ever encountered! They are people who are genuinely caring and interested in you as a whole person. 10/10 would recommend 👌Response from the ownerThank you for your kind words, we appreciate your feedback! – The team at Ivy Rehab PT, Comstock Park ★★★★★ Place is tucked away, but I’m good w/directions.All are friendly, from scheduling to expertise of therapists. Kelly is my therapist, professional & easy to work with. Facility is very clean & cheery, lots of windows.Highly recommend:)Response from the ownerThank you for your kind words; we appreciate your feedback! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, King of Prussia ★★★★★ The staff at Maximum Performance is absolutely professional and friendly, and the facility is great. My post-surgery treatment was spot-on and helped me progress to the point I started engaging in workouts within weeks.Response from the ownerHi Ignace! That you for your kind words about both our staff and facility. We are happy to hear that you are achieving your post-op goals…Go Giants! ★★★★★ PT is different here. Even on the busiest days there are 3 -4 staff members who know you by name, and monitoring what you’re supposed to be doing and what you should be doing next. The staff is upbeat, friendly and encouraging and will to tell you not only what you should do next but show you how to do it correctly, and why and how it will help you recoverResponse from the ownerThank you so much for sharing your thoughts, we appreciate you! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, Island Park ★★★★★ I truly love this place I’ve been coming here on and off for the last six years+ and there was no other rehab I will go to the whole staff is friendly and the fact that they do one on one with you while you’re doing your exercises even my Drs have good things to say about Ivy Rehab I couldn’t ask for a better team. If I could give them more stars I wouldResponse from the ownerWe value your feedback, thank you for your kind words! – The team at Ivy Rehab, Chesapeake – South Norfolk ★★★★★ Working with the team at Excel was a wonderful experience. Starting with Colleen at the front desk. She’s friendly, helpful and extremely respectful in dealing with your personal information. I couldn’t be more pleased regarding the care I received from Joe. Informative, empathetic , and goes above and beyond. Physically, I always left his care better than when I arrived. I was scheduled for surgery and he personally reached out afterwards to see how I was doing. He did not have to do that but it speaks volumes about his commitment to his patients. I would recommend this team to anyone and plan to use them in the future for any other PT need that may arise.Response from the ownerThat’s wonderful to hear – thank you so much for sharing your feedback with us! – The team at Excel Physical Therapy, West Deptford ★★★★★ We have been taking my son here for about four months and I can’t say enough good things. We see Miss Demi for speech therapy and she is amazing. She really takes the time to communicate and connect with my child. She is also very positive and patient. All the people at the front desk are great too and I really love how easy it is to call and talk to someone directly. I would recommend.Response from the ownerThank you Jillian! ★★★★★ One thing I like about this Rehab, is when the instructors see that you are doing your exercises correctly and with comfort they don’t stand over you. Your assigned instructor will critique your movements as needed and show you new exercises to help with your recovery. Jen, Nicole, Ms. S. and Laurie, thank you so much.Response from the ownerThank you for taking the time to share your experience, it means so much! – The team at Ivy Rehab PT, Willingboro ★★★★★ Beyond the service at Ivy Rehab Hoboken its the people. Stacy is the best at shceduling and dealign with insurance. The place collapses without her and everyone there knows it. I’m pretty particualr and only use Ally (Allissa). She has so many ways and exercises to get you better. It’s like Neo when he masters The Matrix. …wait don’t book her…. I hate it when I can’t get on her schedule.Response from the ownerThat’s wonderful to hear – thank you so much for sharing your feedback with us! – The team at Ivy Rehab, Hoboken! ★★★★★ Super easy to make an appointment or reschedule. They take time to make sure they’re not only helping you but are making sure you understand why and what’s going on during the process. Would definitely recommendResponse from the ownerThank you, Bryce! We’re so grateful for the feedback. Stay safe and be well. ★★★★★ Aaron Ploshnick provided an excellent physical therapy program for me. He asked questions about any concerns I might have, my progress assessment, and fielded questions I had. Over the course of my program, he performed diagnostics and adjusted the program as I progressed to maximize my progress. Aaron is also cheerful and personable. I felt at ease, understood, and cared for by Aaron. I am grateful he was my physical therapist. Thank you Aaron!Response from the ownerWe value your feedback, thank you for your kind words! – The team at Excel Physical Therapy, Westfield ★★★★★ I have been completely impressed by Tim’s expertise and knowledge. My symptoms began decreasing within in 2 visits. Great hand specialist, great practice!js_loader