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Cardiac and pulmonary rehab combining monitored exercise, risk factor control, and hybrid follow-ups.

Book Cardiac/Pulmonary Rehab
35%
Readmission Drop
Reduced cardiac and COPD readmissions in 6 months
94%
Program Completion
Patients finishing Phase II rehab plans
30 mins
Telemetry Sessions
Duration of supervised exercise blocks

When to Consult

  • After heart attack, angioplasty, bypass, or valve surgery
  • Chronic COPD, ILD, asthma, or post-COVID breathlessness
  • Heart failure with reduced stamina or recurrent hospital visits
  • Pre-surgery conditioning required by cardiologist or pulmonologist
  • Need for safe exercise plans when living with diabetes or obesity
  • Staying in districts like Warangal or Nalgonda needing hybrid rehab

Understanding Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehab in the Indian Context

Cardiovascular and chronic lung diseases are major causes of hospitalisation in Telangana. Lifestyle, air quality, and co-morbid diabetes demand structured rehabilitation beyond medication. Ajuda Hospitals follows AACVPR and Indian Chest Society guidelines, delivering supervised exercise, risk factor control, and patient education in Telugu, Hindi, Urdu, and English.

Hyderabad's working professionals often juggle long commutes and pollution exposure. Our hybrid model allows clinic sessions in Kondapur and Secunderabad with tele support for patients returning to Warangal, Nizamabad, or Karimnagar.

When to Consult Our Cardiac/Pulmonary Rehab Team

⚠️ Seek urgent medical care if you notice:

  • ✓ Chest pain, pressure, or shortness of breath at rest
  • ✓ Sudden drop in oxygen saturation below 90%
  • ✓ Palpitations, dizziness, or fainting during activity
  • ✓ Swelling in legs with rapid weight gain

Book rehab once your cardiologist or pulmonologist clears activity, when breathlessness limits routine tasks, or you need support to stay adherent with medications, diet, and exercise.

Our Diagnostic Approach

Comprehensive Medical Review

We examine hospital records, interventions, lab values, and medication regimens to tailor safe intensities.

Functional Capacity Testing

6-minute walk, CPET, or shuttle walk results set heart rate, MET, and RPE targets for exercise.

Risk Factor Mapping

We monitor blood pressure, glucose, lipids, and smoking status while involving dietitians and counsellors.

Personalised Goal Plan

Together we plan return-to-work timelines, travel, pilgrimage goals, or family responsibilities that matter to you.

Treatment Pathways

Patients transition from Phase I inpatient mobilisation to Phase II supervised exercise using telemetry and oxygen support as needed. Pulmonary conditioning focuses on breathing retraining, airway clearance, and inspiratory muscle training. Lifestyle experts handle nutrition, weight, and stress, while psychologists support mood and adherence. Maintenance phases use wearables and tele consults to sustain gains.

What to Expect: Your Care Journey

Week 0-1 emphasises safety education, vital monitoring, and gentle mobilisation. Weeks 2-6 build endurance with supervised treadmill and cycle sessions plus breathing drills. Weeks 7-12 focus on strength, interval training, and lifestyle coaching for a confident return to work. From month 3, monthly tele check-ins ensure vitals stay controlled and habits stay strong.

Technology & Innovation

Ajuda's rehab floor features telemetry monitors, CPET systems, inspiratory muscle trainers, and digital coaching apps. Exercise data sync with cardiologists and pulmonologists, providing transparency and prompt medication adjustments when needed.

Preventing Complications

Structured rehab reduces mortality, ER visits, and hospital stays. By addressing diabetes, hypertension, sleep, and smoking, we lower the risk of heart failure, arrhythmias, and COPD exacerbations. Emergency drills and AED readiness ensure safe sessions for high-risk patients.

Why Ajuda for Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehab?

🩺 Multidisciplinary Guard

Cardiologists, pulmonologists, physiotherapists, and dietitians co-manage every plan.

📊 Monitored Sessions

Telemetry and pulse oximetry track each workout for unmatched safety.

🌐 Hybrid Continuity

Wearables and tele reviews keep outstation patients on track year-round.

Take the First Step

Recover stronger than before. Contact Ajuda Hospitals to enrol in cardiac and pulmonary rehab, unlock cashless benefits, and gain a dedicated team that monitors every heartbeat and breath on your journey back to full life.

Diagnosis Approach

1

Medical Clearance & Risk Stratification

Review cardiology and pulmonology notes, labs, ECG, echo, and pulmonary function tests.

2

Baseline Fitness Profiling

6-minute walk test, CPET or shuttle walk, Borg dyspnea scale, and strength assessment.

3

Risk Factor & Medication Review

Blood pressure, glucose logs, lipid status, and adherence to cardiac or pulmonary medications.

4

Goal Setting with Patient & Family

Define return-to-work timelines, travel plans, and home exercise feasibility.

Treatment Options

Phase I Cardiac Rehab

Inpatient mobilisation, breathing exercises, and education started within 48 hours of cardiac procedure.

Prepares patients for safe discharge and early activity
Hospital stay

Phase II Monitored Exercise

Telemetry-guided treadmill, cycle, and resisted exercises per AACVPR protocols.

Improves peak VO2 by 20% within 12 weeks
3 sessions per week for 12 weeks

Pulmonary Conditioning & Breathing Retraining

Diaphragmatic breathing, airway clearance, inspiratory muscle training, and interval walking.

Increases 6MWT distance by 80-120 meters
8-10 weeks

Risk Factor & Lifestyle Coaching

Nutrition with millets, salt restriction, diabetes control, smoking cessation, and stress management.

Achieves BP and lipid targets in 70% of participants
Throughout program

Psychosocial & Sleep Support

Counselling for anxiety or depression, sleep hygiene coaching, and support groups.

Reduces anxiety scores by 40%
As needed during rehab

Hybrid Home & Tele Rehab

Wearable-monitored walks, WhatsApp reporting, and video consults for patients outside Hyderabad.

Maintains adherence above 88%
Maintenance phase

Expected Outcomes

Treatment Timeline

Week 1

Safe mobilisation, breathing control, medication education

Weeks 2-6

Improved endurance, reduced dyspnea scores, confidence with home program

Weeks 7-12

Return to work or daily routines with monitored exercise targets met

6-12 Months

Sustained lifestyle changes, tele follow-up, and relapse prevention

Success Metrics

  • 6-minute walk test gain of 80 meters or more
  • Resting BP below 130/80 with medication adherence
  • Zero unplanned admissions during program tenure