Services Offered at Our Cardiac Rehabilitation Clinic
The Cardiac Rehabilitation Clinic at South Denver Cardiology Associates provides a multi-disciplinary approach to rehabilitation. We incorporate a variety of modalities in our services, including cardiovascular fitness, risk factor management and outcomes-based education. Our cardiologists will work with you to develop a comprehensive, individualized care plan that will help you improve your heart health and achieve total wellness.
Our clinic was founded by the region’s leading cardiologists with the goal of providing a brighter future for patients who have experienced heart disease. Our team is committed to helping you manage both the physical and emotional aspects of your recovery after a cardiac incident.
What Is Cardiac Rehabilitation?
Cardiac rehabilitation is a comprehensive, medically supervised program designed to improve cardiovascular health for patients who have experienced heart problems or undergone heart procedures. The main components of cardiac rehabilitation include:
- Exercise training to strengthen the heart and improve overall cardiovascular fitness
- Education to help you manage your cardiovascular health and maintain a more heart healthy lifestyle
- Personalized care to ensure your program is tailored to your specific heart condition, overall health and treatment goals
The ultimate goals of cardiac rehabilitation are to improve heart health, reduce the risk of future cardiac events and enhance your overall quality of life.
The Rehab Experience at Our Clinic
Our Cardiac Rehabilitation Clinic is the first facility in Colorado to offer the Pritkin ICR™ program. This program has achieved exceptional results and is backed by more than 100 peer-reviewed studies documenting its success. Pritkin ICR™ focuses on using exercise, a heart healthy diet and a positive mindset to facilitate a full recovery from a cardiac incident.
As part of this comprehensive cardiac rehabilitation program, you’ll perform exercise under medical supervision to ensure you’re engaging in the right activities to promote optimal heart health following your condition. You’ll also receive extensive education to help you reduce stress, manage your moods and set effective goals. Our team will help you establish a proper diet to successfully manage your weight and reduce heart disease in the future.
Your rehabilitation will be supervised by a team of board-certified cardiologists, specialized registered nurses trained in cardiac care, and exercise physiologists. The educational components of this program will be delivered through a combination of individual and group classes that will arm you with all the information you need to establish a heart healthy lifestyle.
Your Comprehensive Cardiac Rehabilitation Exercise Program
Exercise plays a crucial role in your recovery after a cardiac issue. Our clinic has developed a comprehensive exercise program that will help you restore your heart and body to optimal levels of fitness.
You’ll work with our cardiologists and exercise physiologists to develop a customized exercise plan consisting of both on-site and at-home activities. Your specific program will be designed based on the results of a treadmill test, and follow-up assessments are conducted throughout your rehabilitation to ensure any necessary modifications are made to your exercise program.
All on-stie exercise sessions are monitored using continuous EKG telemetry units to ensure optimal levels of safety, and your sessions will be supervised by our team. Your exercise program will consist of three classes per week. After 8-12 weeks, you’ll have the ability to transition your exercise program over to our Medical Fitness Gym.
South Denver Cardiology Associates Can Help
The care you receive after a cardiac event is critical to ensure you make a full recovery. The Cardiac Rehabilitation Clinic at South Denver Cardiology Associates is the premier rehab center in the Denver area. Our team will work closely with you throughout your recovery to ensure you receive the specific treatment necessary to help you restore optimal heart health.
Contact us today to schedule a consultation. South Denver Cardiology Associates serves patients in Denver, Littleton and the surrounding areas of Colorado.
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