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Physical Therapy & Athletic Enhancement
Cardiovascular System
Our cardiovascular system, also known as the circulatory system, includes: heart, lungs, veins and arteries. This system transports blood carrying oxygen, carbon dioxide, hormones, nutrients and cells around in our body. The cardiovascular system also protects the body by transporting white blood cells and regulates our body systems to maintain its balance.
Cardiovascular diseases are probably the most common diagnoses that you have heard:
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Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
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Atrial fibrillation (AFib)
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
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Heart attack or failure
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Atherosclerosis (plaque build up in vessels)
These areas require special care for rehabilitation. The For Life Therapy team has extensive training and experience to ensure rehabilitation is is appropriately challenging and supportive. We follow guidelines set forth by the American Heart Association, along with our knowledge and training, in order to improve the cardiovascular health and quality of life for a patient with these diagnoses.