Pacific Coast Post Acute & Outpatient Physical Therapy
Cardiac Recovery Program at Pacific Coast Post Acute
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
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.
- Appropriate aerobic exercise
- Strength training
- Stress reduction strategies
- Nutrition advice
Concerns We Address Within Complex Wound Care
- Compromised blood flow
- Infections
- Diabetes complications
- Necrosis
- Trauma
- Surgery
- Autoimmune diseases
