Pulmonary Rehabilitation

The Upstate Regional Rehabilitation Centers provide physical therapy services for patients with various pulmonary diseases. This multi-faceted approach will include education in the disease process, breathing and relaxation techniques, pulmonary medications, and nutrition. Every patient receives individualized therapy sessions including an evaluation to determine functional problems related to the disease process.

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What are the effects of Pulmonary Disorders?

Pulmonary disorders such as COPD, Asthma, Lung resection, Cystic fibrosis, Restrictive lung disorders, Pulmonary hypertension, Pneumonia, Pre-operative and Post-operative lung volume reduction surgery, Pre-operative and Post-operative lung transplant or any individual whose functional abilities are limited by his/her pulmonary status can negatively impact a person’s ability to breath, care for themselves, mobility around the home and in the community, quality of life and independence.

Why is rehabilitation important for these conditions?

Pulmonary rehabilitation led by physical therapists can be initiated at any stage of pulmonary disease and has been shown to be effective in improving shortness of breath symptoms, exercise tolerance, quality of life, reducing hospital admissions, reducing the extent of functional decline due to a chronic pulmonary disorder as well as symptoms of anxiety and depression.

How does the Regional Rehabilitation Center treat individuals who have Pulmonary conditions?

The Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation program provides physical therapy services for patients with various pulmonary diseases. This multi-faceted approach will include education in the disease process, breathing and relaxation techniques, exercise training, behavior/lifestyle change, pulmonary medications, and nutrition. Every patient receives individualized therapy sessions including an evaluation to determine functional problems related to the disease process.

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Community Supports are available for individuals who have pulmonary conditions:

Providers

Caitlin M Farruggio, PT, DPT
315 464-6543

Education & Fellowships

DPT: SUNY Upstate Medical University, 2013, Doctorate in Physical Therapy
BS: SUNY College at Cortland, 2009, Health Science with concentration in Allied Heath