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    W-00475PulmonaryRehabProgramReferraForm-WRHA
• 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 Canadian Lung Association | Canadian Lung Association

• 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

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 winnipeg.ipf@gmail.com to register.