Mercy Pulmonary Rehabilitation - Joplin
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Joplin, MO 64804
Phone: (417) 556-8231
Fax: (417) 556-8236
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Pulmonary Rehab Clinic Joplin
The pulmonary rehabilitation program at our Joplin clinic is a physician-supervised program that provides the greatest improvements in symptoms, exercise capacity and health-related quality of life of any therapy available for patients with lung disease. Our respiratory therapists work with your referring physician and our medical director to design a plan that is specific to your individual needs.
The pulmonary rehabilitation program includes exercise, education, counseling, and support for patients and their families. Conditions that benefit from pulmonary rehabilitation include:
- Alpha 1 Antitrypsin Deficiency
- Asthma
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchiolitis Obliterans
- COPD – Chronic Bronchitis & Emphysema
- Cystic Fibrosis
- Interstitial disease – fibrosis, occupational or environmental
- Lung Cancer
- Lung Transplant (pre & post)
- Lung Volume reduction surgery
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Restrictive Disease
- Sarcoidosis
Pulmonary Rehab Benefits
There are various benefits of our pulmonary rehab program including:
- Improved functional capacity
- Improved adherence to positive lifestyle changes
- Better compliance with a medical regime
- Decreased need for acute resources
- Increased knowledge of pulmonary disease including education, breathing techniques, disease and symptom management
- Increased self-esteem and confidence
- Reduced anxiety and/or panic
If you or someone you know could benefit from pulmonary rehabilitation, talk to your pulmonologist or primary care physician for a referral.
Our pulmonary rehabilitation program is certified by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR) for its commitment to improving the quality of life by enhancing standards of care.
Pulmonary Rehab Services
At Mercy, we offer comprehensive services to diagnose and treat a full range of conditions, including:
At Mercy, we offer compassionate care for a variety of treatment services, including: