Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program
Click here to view the Regional Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program (PRP) Mission and Goals
Click here to download the PRP Brochure
The Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program has three locations: Deer Lodge Centre, Misericordia Health Centre and Seven Oaks General Hospital/Wellness Institute
- This program is offered to clients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), emphysema, chronic bronchitis and pulmonary fibrosis
- It is an eight week program where clients attend twice weekly.
- The program offers individualized exercise program to improve breathing and tolerance, education to understand lung disease, prevent infections, learn breathing and relaxation techniques, and use medications effectively
- The goal of the program is to assist clients with self-management of their lung problems
- In addition, the program offers “stop smoking strategies”
- Along with your Primary Care Provider you will work with a team of health professionals that include:
- Respirologists
- Dietitians
- Occupation Therapists
- Pharmacists
- Physical Therapists
- Kinesiologists
- Rehabilitation Assistant
- Respiratory Therapists
- Social Workers
- Program Criteria
- Referrals are accepted from Primary Care Providers, Home Care Coordinators, Hospital Inpatients Units and Emergency Departments Pulmonary Rehab Program Referral Form
- Referrals are sent and distributed through Pulmonary Rehabilitation Intake Coordinator located at (Tel) 204-831-2181, (Fax) 204-940-8633
- Smoking cessation support is available through the Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program
- For further information, please contact your site Pulmonary Rehab Team
Other Resources for Patients with Lung Disease
Below is a list of some websites that may have information, tools and resources that can be helpful to you in managing your respiratory health.
American Lung Association https://www.lung.org/
- Information about different conditions
- Breathing exercises
- Action Plans
- Oxygen
Canadian Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation https://cpff.ca/
- PF webinars and resource library
- Support group information
- Newsletter
- Caregiver information
- Calendar of events including Breathe right virtual exercise classes
COPD Foundation https://www.copdfoundation.org/
- COPD360social – an online community for individuals affected by COPD
- Education materials
- Using inhalers tutorial videos
- Research information and opportunities
Life with PF https://www.lifewithpulmonaryfibrosis.com/ca/
- Information about PF, treatment, medications, self care, exercise
Living Well with COPD https://www.livingwellwithcopd.com/
- Interactive COPD learning modules activities, exercises and resources
Living Well with Pulmonary Fibrosis https://www.livingwellwithpulmonaryfibrosis.com/
- Interactive Pulmonary Fibrosis learning modules activities, exercises and resources
The Lung Association https://www.lung.ca/
- Virtual Pulmonary Rehab modules
- Lung Disease A-Z - information about breathing disorders, symptoms, causes, treatment and disease management
- Videos and information about using medication devices
The Lung Health Foundation https://lunghealth.ca/
- Information about different breathing disorders and treatments
- Digital learning centre with downloadable resources, modules and webcasts
- Lung Health Help Line 1-888-344-LUNG (5864) – certified respiratory educators offer free information and guidance on a variety of lung health concerns
Helping Patients Get Back to Life after COVID-19/Long COVID https://healthproviders.sharedhealthmb.ca/covid19/long-covid/
- Information and resources to support people living with Long COVID
Winnipeg Pulmonary Fibrosis Support Group
- If you have Pulmonary Fibrosis and are interested in a support group, you can call 204-955-8100 or email [email protected] to register.