Recovering from a respiratory illness? We can help.
We offer individualized health care programs that can be delivered in either the clinic, home, or via Telehealth. Whether you’re recovering from COVID-19, chronic lung conditions, post-hospitalization, or following a stay-at-home quarantine recovery from any form of illness, this therapy program is catered to your needs. Our goal is to support your lung health, improve daily function, and promote long-term wellness.
About the healthy lungs program
The Healthy Lungs program focuses on improving lung & respiratory capacity. This program is individualized and can be delivered in either the clinic, home, or via Telehealth. Whether you’re recovering from COVID-19, post-hospitalization, or following stay-at-home quarantine recovery from any form of the illness, this program is catered to your needs. We want to help with the following:
- Progressive pulmonary recovery through our breathing program
- Improve your muscle function, joint flexibility, and strengthening
- Cardiopulmonary tolerance programming
- Provide an education and breathing strategies to clear airway
- Progressive balance and mobility recovery
- Return to work, leisure, and daily activities
What does the healthy lungs program treat?
The healthy lungs program helps with a variety of issues, including:
- Respiratory issues: airway clearance, breathing mechanics and restoring full lung capacity
- Post-hospitalization issues from prolonged immobility
- Generalized weakness and impaired mobility
- Exacerbation of other medical co-morbidities
- New problems related to pain, joint stiffness, and other musculoskeletal issues
How soon can I get treatment?
To be treated in the clinic or home, the patient must have medical clearance according to CDC guidelines:
- Minimum of 72 hours since the resolution of fever
- Improvement in respiratory symptoms (shortness of breath and cough)
- Minimum of 7 days since the first symptoms appeared
- Note: Telehealth visits can begin as soon as possible.
Why Early Intervention Matters
Early intervention is important! We are here to treat chronic lung recovery when and where patients need us most. Whether you’re a caregiver seeking support for a loved one or looking to return to healthy daily routines, our team is ready to help. If needed, our team can refer you to additional resources and coordinate your healthcare with your doctor.
FAQs
What is the Healthy Lungs Program?
The Healthy Lungs Program is a specialized rehabilitation plan designed to improve lung function, increase breathing capacity, and help patients recover from respiratory conditions such as COVID-19, chronic lung illness, or post-hospitalization complications. It focuses on pulmonary therapy, guided breathing exercises, and the restoration of strength for daily activities. This individualized program is available in the clinic, at home, or through Telehealth.
Who can benefit from a Healthy Lungs Program?
This program is ideal for patients recovering from COVID-19, chronic lung diseases, respiratory infections, or those with reduced endurance after a hospital stay. It also helps individuals with breathing difficulties, lung health concerns, or decreased activity tolerance due to prolonged illness or inactivity. Caregivers and providers may also refer loved ones or patients for early intervention and personalized lung health support.
Early intervention is important! We are here to treat the COVID-19 recovery when and where patients need us most.
If you are hoping to increase your respiratory capacity, contact your nearest Ivy Rehab Network clinic for an evaluation. Our friendly and skilled therapists offer a variety of therapy options to help patients reach their goals and continue their favorite activities.