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Pulmonary Rehab & Respiratory Therapy

Rochelle Community Hospital offers comprehensive Pulmonary Rehabilitation and 24/7 Respiratory Therapy services designed to help you breathe more comfortably, build endurance, and improve your quality of life. Whether you’re managing a chronic lung condition or recovering from illness, our experienced respiratory care team is here to support you.

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Details

Pulmonary Rehabilitation Hours

815-562-2181, ext. 2732 to schedule a session.

Please note: A physician referral is required for pulmonary rehabilitation.

Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Respiratory Therapy Hours

815-562-2181, ext. 2520

Available: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Have you noticed shortness of breath when climbing stairs or fatigue after simple daily activities? Pulmonary rehabilitation may help you regain strength, confidence, and control over your breathing.

Pulmonary rehabilitation is a supervised exercise and education program that improves lung function, physical conditioning, and overall well-being. Each participant receives a personalized plan focused on safe exercise, symptom management, and long-term lifestyle improvements.

What You Can Expect

  • Exercise Training
    Build endurance, strength, and flexibility in a safe, monitored setting.
  • Education
    Learn how your lungs work and how daily activities affect your breathing.
  • Medication & Oxygen Management
    Understand how and when to use inhalers, medications, and oxygen equipment.
  • Breathing Techniques
    Gain tools to manage shortness of breath and conserve energy.
  • Lifestyle Strategies
    Learn pacing techniques and healthy habits that support lung health.

Our pulmonary rehab program is led by a multidisciplinary team that may include physicians, respiratory therapists, and certified nursing assistants, all specially trained in pulmonary care.

Respiratory Therapy Services

Rochelle Community Hospital provides Respiratory Therapy services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to support both inpatient and outpatient needs.

Services Include

  • Cardiac Stress Testing
  • Extended Holter Monitoring (up to 14 days)
  • Holter Monitors
  • Pulmonary Function Testing
  • Respiratory disease education for patients and the community

Our department is staffed by a team of 12 licensed respiratory therapists dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care across all settings.