Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy

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Cardio pulmonary rehabilitation is suitable for patients with heart and lung conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD),pulmonary fibrosis,cystic fibrosis,pneumonia and in this programme, we also provide pre and post operative rehabilitation for patients who have undergone surgical procedures such as coronary artery by-pass graft (CABG),valve replacement,lung resection,angioplasty, and various abdominal surgeries.Its primary goal is to help patients to clear lung secretions, improve endurance and regain functional independence through individualized exercise programme which include breathing techniques,chest expansion exercises,postural drainage,chest physiotherapy and energy conservative techniques.  Various assistive device that may be used as an adjunct to therapies include incentive spirometer, cough assist device (Forced Respirator device) and respiratory muscle trainer.  We also provide outpatient based cardiopulmonary rehabilitation for the patients who have undergone major cardiothoracic surgery, this programme will help to optimize patient functions and help speed up recovery in an effective and safe manner.