Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation | Print |

The Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Program addresses the needs of individuals with a variety of cardiac and pulmonary conditions.  The program includes an interdisciplinary plan for the physical activity as well as education in heart-healthy nutrition, stress reduction and other preventive measures.  Upon completion of his or her rehabilitation program, a patient may join Catawba Valley Medical Center’s Fitness Plus Center for a monthly membership fee. It offers an indoor heated pool, state-of-the-art fitness equipment, exercise classes, nutrition counseling and more. 

Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation is a process which addresses the needs of individuals with Cardiac and/or Pulmonary disease.  The program utilizes an individually tailored approach to life style change.
The interdisciplinary plan includes:

  • A physician monitored exercise/rehabilitation plan
  • A dietary evaluation and assessment by a registered dietitian
  • Stress management counseling by a psychologist
  • Breathing retraining
  • Cardiac and pulmonary education


Our team of medical professionals include specially trained staff who provide a multidisciplinary plan of care. 
Team members include:

  • Physicians specially trained in Cardiopulmonary disease
  • A program director certified by the American College of Sports Medicine
  • Registered nurses
  • Registered dietician
  • Psychologist
  • Vocational rehabilitation counselor


Approved diagnosis for program admission to Cardiac Rehabilitation includes:

  • Heart attack
  • Angioplasty/stents
  • Stable angina
  • Coronary artery bypass surgery
  • Heart valve repair/replacement
  • Heart transplantation


Approved diagnosis for program admission to Pulmonary Rehabilitation includes:

  • COPD
  • Lung transplantation
  • Pulmonary fibrosis
  • Shortness of breath


Upon completion of the program, participants may join the CVMC Fitness Plus Center for a monthly membership fee.  The facility offers an indoor heated pool, state of the art fitness equipment, exercise classes, and certified staff.

The Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation program is certified by the N.C. Division of Facility Services and the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation.

For more information or a tour of the Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation facility please call (828) 326-2131.