You are about to take the first step towards building a healthier heart and we're here to help. The goal of our nationally certified cardiac rehabilitation program is to establish an individualized plan to help you heal following heart surgery, recover and build strength from a heart attack and learn to manage a diagnosis of heart disease.
Cardiac Rehabilitation at Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital is located in the Rehab Services Department, located near the Emergency Room of the main hospital building. People of all ages can benefit from cardiac rehab. Our certified staff is professional, skilled, and fun to work with. You can expect lots of help from our Cardiac Rehab Specialist and plenty of encouragement from your fellow rehab participants. The mood is lively and upbeat! Count on your Cardiac Rehab experts to train, coach, and motivate you. They will do their best to keep your condition from worsening, to reduce your risk of future heart problems, and to improve your health and quality of life
What to Expect from Cardiac Rehabilitation
Each person will receive an individualized and personalized treatment plan, including evaluation and instruction on physical activity, nutrition, stress management, and other health related areas.
Cardiac rehabilitation is an important part of the treatment of your specific heart problem. If you have one of the following diagnoses you may be eligible to participate:
Heart Attack
Heart Failure
Stable Angina
Coronary artery angioplasty or stents
Open heart surgery such as coronary artery bypass or valve surgery
Heart Transplantation
Our program compliments the ongoing care provided by your physician. Periodic progress reports are shared with you, your cardiologist, and primary physician.
Benefits of Cardiac Rehabilitation
Live longer and lessen your chances for another attack
Control heart disease symptoms such as chest pain or shortness of breath
Lessen the physical and emotional effects of heart disease
Improve your stamina and strength, getting you back to your usual activities, including work, hobbies, and regular activities
Improve your confidence and well-being
Additional Services
Supervised medical fitness programs
PAD (peripheral artery disease) Rehab
Popular long-term maintenance programs
Risk factor management programs including diabetes, high blood pressure, smoking, high cholesterol, stress, and inactive lifestyle
Special Events
Walk with a Doc - The Cardiac Rehab team hosts "Walk with a Doc" in Charlevoix and surrounding communities, providing the opportunity to walk and talk informally with hospital medical staff. Based on physician specialty or community interest, different topics are discussed. TIme is also given for group support. This fun and informative walk is open to the public and is held periodically when weather permits.
Shop for your Heart - Our Cardiac Rehab staff periodically conducts local heart healthy grocery store tours so you can learn about navigating the store aisles, cracking the code on food labels and heart healthy food options. This is open to the public.
