Cardiac Rehabilitation
FMH Cardiac Rehabilitation is an outpatient hospital-based program specifically
designed for patients who have experienced a recent cardiac event. Participants
use individualized exercise plans to improve cardiovascular endurance,
strength and flexibility. Our professional clinical exercise staff monitors
each participant's blood pressure, heart rate and the heart's
response to activity. In addition to exercise, educational lectures are
offered with topics such as risk factor reduction for heart disease, eating
for a healthier heart, the benefits of exercise and stress management.
Who is a Candidate for Cardiac Rehabilitation?
If you have experienced any of the following cardiac events within the
past year, you may be a candidate for Cardiac Rehabilitation.
- Heart Attack
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- Angioplasty
- Stable Angina
- Heart Valve Repair/Replacement
- Heart Failure
Most major insurances companies cover Cardiac Rehabilitation services.
FMH will verify your insurance coverage prior to starting the program.
Benefits to Your Health
- Reduce your risk for heart disease
- Learn the most up-to-date health information
- Discover how to exercise safely
- Improve movement and flexibility
- Gain muscle strength
- Lose body fat
- Promote physical and psychological well-being
- Meet others who share your common experiences and challenges
About the Staff
Our degreed exercise physiologists and registered nurses work collaboratively
with your physician and the FMH Support Team to respond to any crisis
situation while you are in our facility. We are committed to providing
you with personalized care in a safe, friendly and private setting. Our
professional clinical exercise staff monitors your blood pressure, heart
rate and your heart's response to activity.
Enrolling in Our Program
Please discuss this program with your physician. Call 240-566-3229 if you
are interested in starting the program, want to schedule a tour, or need
more information. Hours of operation are Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 7am-4pm.
After FMH Cardiac Rehabilitation
ProMotion Fitness+ is a medically supervised exercise program appropriate
for cardiac rehabilitation patients after they have completed their monitored
exercise sessions and education. In addition to patients who have graduated
from Cardiac Rehabilitation, this program caters to patients with
diabetes, high blood pressure, abnormal cholesterol, heart disease, cancer, weight
issues, arthritis, lung disease, circulatory problems and a variety of
other health concerns.
Please call 240-215-1470 for more information on
ProMotion Fitness+.