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Cardiac Rehabilitation

If you're recovering from a heart condition or surgery, our Cardiac Rehab program can help you regain strength and improve your heart health. At Lompoc Health – North H Center, our Cardiac Rehab team is here to guide you every step of the way under expert medical supervision.

Cardiac Rehab is a program designed to help people who are recovering from heart-related conditions like:

  • Heart attacks (also called Acute Myocardial Infarctions)
  • Coronary Artery Disease, including those who’ve had a coronary angiogram or stent placement
  • Congestive heart failure
  • Heart valve replacements

Our dedicated team, including Cardiologist Dr. Khawar Gul, Exercise Physiologist Martina Garcia, and Cardiac Rehab Technician Cyndi Melgoza, will create a customized exercise plan tailored to your recovery needs.

What to Expect in Cardiac Rehab

Our Cardiac Rehab program focuses on six main areas:

  1. Medical Evaluation
    We'll do a complete health check, including physical exams and tests, to create a plan just for you. We'll also help you manage conditions like high blood pressure and cholesterol.

  2. Exercise Training
    Our team will guide you through exercises to strengthen your heart, including walking, cycling, and strength training. We start slow and increase the intensity as you improve.

  3. Heart-Healthy Education
    You’ll learn how to take care of your heart by eating right, quitting smoking, managing your weight, and reducing stress.

  4. Emotional Support
    We understand that heart problems can be stressful. Our program offers counseling to help manage anxiety, depression, and stress.

  5. Lifestyle Changes
    We’ll work with you on making lasting changes, like controlling your cholesterol and quitting smoking, to keep your heart healthy.

  6. Getting Back to Work and Life
    We'll help you transition back to your normal activities, including returning to work, based on your health and recovery progress.

Phases of Cardiac Rehab

Cardiac Rehab typically happens in three stages:

  • Phase I: While you're still in the hospital after your heart event or surgery
  • Phase II: After you leave the hospital, in an outpatient setting
  • Phase III: Long-term maintenance to help you continue a heart-healthy lifestyle

Equipment You May Use

During your sessions, you may use specialized equipment to help with your recovery, including:

  • Treadmills
  • Stationary bikes
  • Arm exercise machines
  • Resistance bands
  • Free weights

Ready to start your heart-healthy journey? We're here to help you feel stronger and healthier!

Call us today at (805) 737-8653 to schedule an appointment with our Cardiac Rehab team.