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Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program

Reclaim your independence with the Mass General Brigham Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program. Our physicians and therapists help you manage shortness of breath and improve your lung function through breathing techniques, exercise, and education.
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Improving your quality of life

Shortness of breath caused by lung conditions can make it hard for you to do even the simplest of tasks. Pulmonary rehabilitation helps you breathe better so you can lead a more active and comfortable life.

Our dedicated physicians and therapists offer personalized support and the tools you need to better manage your condition. We teach you breathing techniques, exercises, and lifestyle skills to improve your quality of life.

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Our approach to pulmonary rehabilitation

We help you return to a more active lifestyle through exercise and education. Your customized care plan aims to help you regain lung function and improve your quality of life.
Benefits of lung rehab

Pulmonary rehab empowers you to take charge of your respiratory health with proven strategies. We monitor your progress throughout rehab. Benefits of pulmonary rehab include:

  • Reduced shortness of breath
  • Improved well-being
  • Fewer hospitalizations and medical emergencies
  • Greater ability to tolerate exercise
Tools to manage your health

Our program covers more than breathing and exercise. We give you the tools you need to manage your respiratory health. Our educational sessions cover topics to help you navigate daily life, including:

  • Energy conservation
  • Lung anatomy
  • Medication management
  • Nutrition and meal strategies for better breathing
  • Oxygen therapy
  • Stress management to reduce symptoms
  • Travel tips
Your exercise plan

Exercise can improve your flexibility, strength, and cardiopulmonary endurance. Your plan may include a combination of stretching, strength training, and aerobic exercise.

We monitor your vital signs during each session, including your oxygen level, heart rate, blood pressure, and breathing. If you need oxygen, we adjust your levels as needed throughout your session.

Pulmonary rehab support group
Join our monthly support group for patients, family, and friends. These informal sessions feature guest speakers who provide information on topics like sleep apnea, emotional health, lung transplant, and more. You can connect with peers who understand, share your own journey, and even help others.
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Lung conditions and treatments

We offer personalized support to help you manage shortness of breath caused by chronic lung conditions. Our therapists teach you breathing techniques and tailor an exercise program to your fitness level and capabilities.
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Conditions and treatments

Our specialists

No matter what disease or condition you have, Mass General Brigham has specialists near you who can help.
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Mass General Brigham offers many targeted programs and services to support your lung health.

  • Lung Care

    Receive advanced care for respiratory diseases and critical illnesses from leading lung specialists at Mass General Brigham in Greater Boston.

  • Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Services

    Access comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation care at Mass General Brigham and Spaulding Rehabilitation in Greater Boston.

  • Pulmonary Function Testing Laboratory

    The Pulmonary Function Testing Laboratory performs a variety of tests to aid in diagnosing and assessing the severity of lung diseases and monitoring the progress of treatment.

  • Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing Lab

    The Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing (CPET) Lab provides comprehensive testing for patients with a variety of heart and lung conditions to determine whether the heart, lungs or skeletal muscles limit exercise capacity.

  • Interstitial Lung Disease Program

    Get care for pulmonary fibrosis at the Mass General Brigham Interstitial Lung Disease Program. We offer personalized treatment plans and clinical trials

  • Pulmonary Vascular Disease Program

    The Mass General Brigham Pulmonary Vascular Disease Program offers diagnostics and treatments for pulmonary hypertension, right heart failure, and more.

  • COVID Recovery Center

    Get treatment for long COVID at the Mass General Brigham COVID Recovery Center. We care for physical, cognitive, respiratory, and mental health symptoms.

  • Bronchiectasis Program

    Get expert bronchiectasis and nontuberculous mycobacteria care at Mass General Brigham. We have specialists and clinical trials to protect your lung function.

  • Adult Cystic Fibrosis Program

    Get world-class care at the Mass General Brigham Adult Cystic Fibrosis Program. We offer a seamless transition from pediatric to adult treatment.

  • Lung Transplant Program

    Learn about the Lung Transplant Program and our cutting-edge, advanced therapies used to treat patients with end-stage lung disease through transplantation.

  • Cardiac Rehabilitation

    Safely after a heart attack, surgery, or cardiac event with expert cardiac rehabilitation. Get personalized care to rebuild strength and return to daily life with confidence.

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Contact the Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program

Call us to speak with a team member who can help you understand your options and guide you to the care that is right for you. With locations throughout New England and support for patients traveling from outside the United States, we make it easier to access coordinated, expert care.
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Contact information for international patients

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