How can a rehabilitation program help people with pulmonary disease?

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  1. Dr. Lyall Gorenstein
     
    Dr. Lyall Gorenstein of Columbia University Department of Surgery answered:
    Rehabilitation programs for lung diseases help you achieve optimal physical functioning and improved quality of life, with an emphasis on collaborative self management of your disease. Education programs provide you with information on:
    • medications
    • signs and symptoms of infection
    • pathology of lung disease, proper nutrition
    • energy conservation
    • relaxation training
    • breathing retraining and secretions management
    • oxygen delivery systems
    • travel and environmental issues
    Rehabilitation programs for lung diseases help you achieve optimal physical functioning and improved quality of life, with an emphasis on collaborative self management of your disease. Education programs provide you with information on:... More