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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Who should participate in pulmonary rehabilitation?
Any person who suffers from shortness of breath due to a chronic lung problem.
These include asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, chronic obstructive
pulmonary disease (COPD), cystic fibrosis, bronchiectasis or any type of
restrictive lung disease such as pulmonary fibrosis or interstitial lung
disease.
What are the benefits of pulmonary rehabilitation?
The benefits of pulmonary rehabilitation are well documented in medical
literature. What YOU will gain from Pulmonary Rehabilitation at St. Helena
Center for Health includes:
 An ability
to be more active, with less shortness of breath.
A better
understanding of your lung condition and how to manage it.
Knowledge
about how to manage your medications and optimize lung function.
The tools
to enhance the quality of your life and take charge of your health.
The information
you need to prevent lung infections.
An exercise
program to build your strength and endurance that you can continue
at home.
The understanding
of the role nutrition plays in lung health.
Relaxation
and stress-reduction techniques.
The tools
to help you stop smoking and eliminate exposure to lung irritants.
How do I start?
You may call our offices directly at (707) 963-6588 for a free telephone
consultation. We will be happy to arrange a tour of our facility and for
you to meet others who have benefited from our therapy.
We are available to help you manage your lung health.
Does insurance cover any part of this program?
Medicare and other private insurance carriers may cover all or part of
the costs for pulmonary rehabilitation. Our staff will work with you to
verify coverage.
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