Cardiac Recovery Program at Pacific Coast Post Acute

A man getting his blood pressure measured

Cardiac Recovery Program

Heart disease is the number one health risk facing older adults. According to the American Heart Association, among those 60-79 years old, 77.5% of men and 75.4% of women have a form of cardiovascular disease, while 67.5% of men and 75.7% women have high blood pressure.

Treatments are geared towards older adults who have suffered a heart attack, had bypass surgery or other cardiac procedure (stent, pacemaker, ventricular device, etc.), and those with a family history of heart disease.

Cardiac Program Offerings

At Pacific Coast can help patients improve physical function, reduce the risk of a recurrence and enjoy a better quality of life, with treatment plans that can include

Appropriate aerobic exercise
Strength training
Stress reduction strategies
Nutrition advice

Our cardiac therapy includes heart rate monitors, an AED, and we measure blood pressure at the beginning and end of each session to ensure the safety of our clients.