Cardiac Rehabilitation
Recovery is within reach.
Cardiac rehabilitation is a physician-supervised program that includes evaluation and instruction on physical activity, nutrition, stress management, and other health-related areas. Our team works to develop an individualized treatment plan. If you have one of the following diagnoses, you may be eligible to participate:
- Heart attack (within the preceding 12 months).
- Angina.
- Cardiac surgery (coronary bypass or valve surgery).
- Coronary artery angioplasty or stents.
- Heart failure (*based on NYHA guidelines).
- Heart transplantation.
- Other qualifying cardiac conditions.
*Doctors classify patients’ heart failure according to the severity of their symptoms. The most commonly used classification system is the New York Heart Association (NYHA) Functional Classification.
Cardiac rehabilitation designed for lifelong heart health.
Health First's comprehensive cardiac rehabilitation program provides personalized care to help you recover from a heart attack, heart surgery, or other cardiac event. Our multidisciplinary team works with you and your physician to improve your heart health and support long-term recovery.
Program highlights:
- Three-phase program tailored to your stage of recovery.
- Supervised exercise and heart-monitored rehabilitation.
- Heart health education and lifestyle counseling.
- Personalized care from physicians, nurses, and exercise physiologists.
- Ongoing support to transition to independent exercise and wellness.
Benefits of cardiac rehabilitation:
- Improve heart health and reduce the risk of future heart problems
- Increase strength, endurance, and overall fitness
- Reduce symptoms such as chest pain and shortness of breath
- Build confidence to safely return to daily activities
- Support long-term heart health and overall well-being
Getting started.
Cardiac patients who’ve elected to receive rehabilitative therapy, including exercise training, education, and behavioral interventions, are more likely to achieve and maintain optimal health. The cardiac rehabilitation staff at Health First Heart & Vascular encourages you to speak to your physician about how you may benefit from our services.
For more information about cardiac rehabilitation services, please call
Locations.
Cardiac Rehabilitation Melbourne
611 E. Sheridan Rd.
Third floor
Melbourne, FL 32901
Phone: 321.434.8889
Fax: 321.434.3488
Cardiac Rehabilitation Viera
8705 N. Wickham Rd.
Melbourne, FL 32940
Phone: 321.434.9191
Fax: 321.434.9190
Frequently asked questions.
A physician referral and insurance preauthorization may be required. Health First accepts most insurance plans. Each session may require a co-payment.
Wear breathable, cool clothing that is appropriate for exercise. Supportive, closed toe walking shoes can help keep you safe and comfortable. Allow one to two hours between eating and exercise. Don’t smoke or consume caffeinated beverages prior to exercise. If you are diabetic, remember to bring your glucometer and supplies.
Initially, we will use an ECG monitor while you exercise so we can closely observe your heart rate and rhythm. You may exercise on treadmills or recumbent bikes along with lifting free weights or using resistance bands.
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