Cardiac Conditions in Tamarac
At PhysicalOne, our Doctors of Physical Therapy take an all-hearts-on-deck approach to your cardiac rehabilitation. By working caringly with your physician to assess your cardiovascular health, we create an individualized and safe cardiovascular training to help you achieve the best possible outcome.
Benefits of Cardiovascular training:
- Improve circulation and promote healing of injured areas
- Burn fat and reduce blood sugar
- Reduce blood pressure
- Build muscles by performing aerobic and anaerobic training
- Reduce fatigue and improve endurance
- Release endorphins and reduce pain
You will learn how to safely:
- Warm-up: to gradually rev up your cardiovascular system and increase blood flow to your muscles.
- Condition: to follow safe individual training at your own pace and develop your aerobic capacity by increasing your heart rate, depth of breathing and muscle endurance.
- Cool-down: to stretch and relax after your workout and allow your heart rate and muscles to return to normal.
Your cardiac rehabilitation training plan will depend on your individual medical and surgical history. Our therapists will customize the safest rehabilitation possible based on your blood pressure, heart rate, and oxygen saturation. And you’ll go home knowing what you need to continue your recovery at home.
You can talk about Cardiac Conditions with the following specialists in any of our offices:
Related FAQs
What should I expect during physical therapy sessions?
Physical therapy sessions typically involve an assessment of your condition, manual techniques toimprove mobility and flexibility, individualized exercises and activities to help you reach your goals,education on how to prevent further injury or pain, and instruction on proper posture, bodymechanics and other lifestyle changes.
Do I need a referral from my doctor before attending Physical Therapy?
In Florida, Direct Access to physical therapy allows patients to see a physical therapist for evaluation and treatment without a physician’s referral for a limited time.
What do I need to wear or bring with me?
You should dress in comfortable, loose clothing that allows you to move easily and doesn’t restrict circulation. Depending on your condition, your physical therapist may also recommend special shoes or a brace. You should also bring any paperwork related to your medical history, including x-rays, ultrasounds, and doctor’s notes.
What conditions can physical therapy help with?
We treat everything from acute injuries and post-surgical recovery to chronic pain, neurological disorders, and balance impairments.