|
|
Cardiac Rehab and Fitness
|
 |
At the Regional Heart Center, we offer medically supervised programs of exercise to suite the needs of:
- Patients with a recent heart attack, heart surgery, coronary angioplasty or angina (chronic chest pain)
- Patients with other health concerns such as high blood pressure, obesity or diabetes who want to achieve a higher level of fitness and improve their overall health
- Healthy adults who are looking to improve their overall fitness, including strength and flexibility
Each of these groups can benefit from a program of medically supervised exercise and risk factor reduction offered by our cardiac rehabilitation specialists. Our team of registered nurses, physicians and registered dietitians will assist in developing a program tailored to meet your individual goals. No matter what your condition or level of fitness, we will create a safe and effective program just for you, closely monitoring you during each exercise session. We'll also help you adopt healthier habits to reduce your risk for future cardiac events or other illness.
Phase II Cardiac Rehabilitation
(36 sessions)
New Milford Hospital, main floor 21 Elm Street, New Milford, CT 06776
Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8 a.m. to noon
The cost of this program is covered by most major medical insurance plans. Most plans allow 36 exercise sessions, which usually take about three months to complete.
Contact: 860-350-7219; Fax: 860-350-7226
Supervised Exercise and Wellness Program
(Phase III Cardiac Rehabilitation or Adult Fitness)
New Milford Hospital Cardiac Rehabilitation and Fitness Center
(at The 130A Grove Street, New Milford, CT 06776
Monday, Wednesday and Friday 7 a.m. to noon; 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
The cost is $40 for 10 sessions; sessions need not be consecutive.
Contact: 860-350-2255; Fax: 860-355-0089
How to enroll
For cardiac Rehabilitation or the Adult Fitness Program, obtain a prescription from your primary care physician. This indicates "medical clearance" to begin either program. Once you provide us with a prescription, we will phone you to arrange an orientation time.
If you have questions, please call the New Milford Hospital Regional Heart Center Cardiac Rehabilitation nurse manager at 860-350-7291.
|
|
