Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Breathe easier, move better, live stronger
If you’re living with a chronic lung condition, everyday activities like walking, climbing stairs or even getting dressed can leave you feeling short of breath. Pulmonary rehabilitation at Bryan Health is here to help. Our program combines guided exercise, education and personalized support to help you build strength, manage symptoms and improve your overall quality of life.
What is Pulmonary Rehabilitation?
Pulmonary rehabilitation is a medically supervised program designed to support people with chronic respiratory conditions. Our team helps you better understand your lungs, build stamina through safe, structured exercise and learn techniques to manage your symptoms more effectively.
While pulmonary rehab doesn’t cure lung disease, it can significantly improve your breathing, boost your energy levels and reduce the risk of hospitalizations.
Common Conditions We Treat
Pulmonary rehabilitation may benefit people with a wide range of chronic lung conditions, including:
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Emphysema and chronic bronchitis
- Asthma
- Interstitial lung disease or pulmonary fibrosis
- Pulmonary hypertension
- Bronchiectasis
- Cystic fibrosis
- Lung cancer
- Post-COVID breathing issues
- Recovery after lung surgery or transplant
If you’re unsure whether pulmonary rehab is right for you, talk to your doctor or give us a call at 402-481-6305 — we’re happy to help.
Why Choose Bryan?
At Bryan Health, our experienced team is here to help you regain control of your breathing and your life. You’ll receive expert guidance from licensed respiratory therapists and clinicians in a welcoming, supportive environment. We’ll monitor your progress, tailor your plan to meet your needs and help you build long-term habits that support your lung health.
What you learn in our program will carry into your everyday life — helping you stay active, independent and out of the hospital.
Benefits of Pulmonary Rehabilitation
With pulmonary rehabilitation, you can:
- Increase your ability to exercise and stay active
- Reduce shortness of breath during everyday tasks
- Improve your strength, endurance and confidence
- Decrease the number of hospital visits or flare-ups
- Learn how to manage medications and oxygen therapy
- Improve your overall quality of life
What to Expect
Outpatient pulmonary rehab includes:
- Exercise sessions to improve strength, stamina and lung function
- Education classes to help you manage your condition and prevent flare-ups
- Breathing techniques to reduce shortness of breath
- Nutrition guidance to support overall health and energy
- Emotional and mental health support, when needed
- Individualized care plans tailored to your needs and goals
Most programs run for several weeks, with multiple sessions per week. You’ll work closely with experienced respiratory therapists and clinical staff in a supportive, encouraging environment.
