The CHRISTUS cardiac rehabilitation program in Shreveport-Bossier is designed to help you fully recovery, rebuild your heart’s strength, and reduce your risk of future heart problems after a cardiac event or diagnosis. You’ll have a team of experts by your side every step of the way, giving you the guidance, confidence, and support you need to return to a health, active lifestyle.
The goal is to improve exercise tolerance, relieve cardiac symptoms, enhance your quality of life, and reduce mental stress. You will gain valuable knowledge and tools for managing your condition more effectively, leading to improved health outcomes and a confident, healthy lifestyle.
Your program is personalized for your needs and may include:
We are one of the only locations in the region to offer the Pritikin Intensive Cardiac Rehab Program. This nationally recognized program combines exercise, nutrition, and emotional well-being to support whole-person heart health and recovery.
This program typically consists of 72 sessions, 36 exercise sessions and 36 lifestyle sessions for up to a 12-week period.
Each session includes short, engaging education on physical fitness, heart-healthy eating, and mindset to understand and reduce stress.
After you complete the intensive program, you can continue your progress in Phase 3.
This maintenance program helps you transition from monitored exercise to independent exercise, while still having our care team nearby. It’s a safe, supportive way to keep building strength and confidence.
At CHRISTUS Health, your recovery is personal. We’re here to help you heal physically, emotionally and mentally, so you can move forward with strength and peace of mind.
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Research shows that participation in medically supervised physical activity after a cardiac event can lower a person’s future risk of a heart attack, as well as help them live longer than a patient who does not participate in cardiac rehab. The chances of survival improve for those who participate in these life-saving programs.
A physician referral is required to participate in a cardiac rehab program. Our staff can contact your cardiologist on your behalf for approval and an order if you qualify for the program. Your cardiologist or primary care provider can best determine if and when you are ready to begin.
You may be a candidate if you have experienced any of the following:
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