Craig Location

Cardiopulmonary Services
750 Hospital Loop
Craig, CO 81625

To Schedule: 970-826-2214

Cardiopulmonary Rehab Services

Patients of all ages who have recently experienced a heart attack, bypass surgery, stent placement, or heart-valve repair or replacement are good candidates for cardiopulmonary rehab. Other conditions that may qualify a patient for rehab include stable angina, chronic heart failure, COPD, interstitial lung disease, lung cancer, pulmonary hypertension, and more. For patients who qualify, rehab is typically covered by insurance.

  • EKG (electrocardiogram)

  • Cardiac Event Monitor

  • Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab

  • Holter Monitor

  • Cardiac Stress Test (treadmill)

  • Echocardiogram Stress Test

  • Overnight Pulse-Oximetry

  • CPAP Mask Fitting

  • PADnet (peripheral artery disease testing)

  • Pulmonary Function Testing

  • ABG (arterial blood gas sampling)

  • Apnea screening (sleep study screening)

  • Sleep Studies

  • Asthma Education

  • 6-Minute Walk Test

Frequently Asked Questions about Cardiopulmonary Rehab

Cardiopulmonary rehab is a medically supervised program designed to help patients improve heart and lung function after a cardiac or pulmonary event or diagnosis. Through monitored exercise, education, and lifestyle support, patients work toward rebuilding strength, endurance, and confidence.

An infographic showing the different phases of cardiopulmonary rehab.

Yes. One of the most important parts of cardiopulmonary rehab is that exercise is carefully monitored by trained healthcare professionals. Patients are monitored for heart rhythm, heart rate, oxygen levels, and overall response to activity to ensure exercise remains safe and appropriate.

Each patient receives an individualized plan based on their condition, goals, and current fitness level. Sessions may include monitored exercise, heart and oxygen monitoring, education about nutrition and lifestyle habits, breathing techniques, and guidance for improving long-term health.

Program length varies depending on the patient and diagnosis, but many cardiac rehab programs include up to 36 sessions over several weeks.

The 6-Minute Walk Test helps evaluate endurance and overall cardiopulmonary function. Patients are asked to walk as far as they comfortably can in six minutes, helping the rehab team measure progress and tailor treatment plans.

That is the goal. Cardiopulmonary rehab helps patients safely rebuild strength and stamina so they can return to everyday activities with greater confidence and independence.

Most patients are referred by their primary care provider, cardiologist, pulmonologist, or hospital care team. If you think you may qualify, talk with your healthcare provider about whether cardiopulmonary rehab is right for you.