Physiotherapy for pulmonary rehabilitation

What we do

Physiotherapy has a very important role in improving the quality of life and increasing activity in patients with chronic respiratory problems. The physiotherapist provides an assessment considering not only breathing problems but also the effect of other illnesses on their breathing and general wellbeing.

The patient will be given education and advice about management of any breathing problems and necessary lifestyle changes.

Our pulmonary rehabilitation programme involves attending a programme of 12 exercise sessions and 6 education sessions. The exercises are set at a level for each individual so that all abilities can attend

What is pulmonary rehabilitation?

Pulmonary rehabilitation is an exercise and education programme to support self-management with chronic respiratory disease.

Pulmonary rehabilitation consists of attending twice a week for six weeks in a group exercise environment. We deliver Pulmonary rehabilitation across York, Selby and surrounding community-based areas.

The benefits of pulmonary rehabilitation

Pulmonary rehabilitation is proven to be beneficial for people with chronic respiratory diseases. Pulmonary rehabilitation helps you to:

feel more confident exercising and gradually increases your fitness level
feel less breathless when completing daily activities, such as walking, climbing stairs, shopping and getting dressed
improve balance and co-ordination
find out more about your condition
gain advice about lifestyle changes and a long-term plan for managing your lung condition
learn techniques to better manage your breathlessness.
feel less fatigued
improve your mood