Breathe Easier. Live Better.
Pulmonary Rehabilitation & Outpatient Respiratory Services
Whether you're recovering from a lung condition or living with a chronic respiratory disease, Kearney County Health Services is here to help you breathe easier and live more confidently. Our Pulmonary Rehabilitation and Outpatient Respiratory Services provide personalized exercise, education, and support to improve your breathing, increase your strength and endurance, and help you manage your condition with confidence. Every program is tailored to your individual needs and goals, so you can get back to doing more of the things you enjoy. To learn more or get started, ask your healthcare provider about a referral or contact our Rehabilitation Department at 308-832-3400.
Benefits of Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Improved breathing
Increased stamina and endurance
Greater independence with everyday activities
Better symptom management
Increased exercise tolerance
Reduced shortness of breath
Improved confidence
Better understanding of your lung condition
Support for anxiety and depression related to chronic lung disease
What You'll Learn
Rather than simply exercising, patients learn practical skills they can use everyday.
- Breathing Retraining
- Exercise Conditioning
- Proper Medication & Inhaler Use
- Oxygen Therapy Guidance
- Nutrition & Weight Management
- Anxiety/Depression Support
Each exercise plan is customized to your abilities using hospital-based equipment designed to safely improve strength, endurance and cardiovascular fitness.
Pulmonary Rehabilitation
A medically supervised program designed for people with qualifying chronic lung diseases. Pulmonary rehabilitation combines monitored exercise with education and support to improve breathing, increase endurance and help you feel more confident managing your condition.
1 hour sessions, 2 times per week, up to 36 sessions
Best for patients with: COPD, Emphysema, Chronic Bronchitis, COVID-19 Recovery
One-hour sessions
Twice each week
Monday, Wednesday, or Thursday
Up to 36 sessions
Lifetime maximum of 72 sessions
Outpatient Respiratory Services
An individualized therapy program for patients with a wide variety of respiratory conditions who can benefit from strengthening respiratory muscles, improving endurance and increasing overall function.
1 hour sessions, 2 times per week, 36 sessions per referral
Common conditions include: Asthma, Bronchiectasis, Cystic Fibrosis, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Interstitial Lung Disease, Pulmonary Hypertension, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Parkinson's Disease, Sarcoidosis, Lung Transplant Recovery, Respiratory conditions from chemical or fume exposure and other respiratory disorders
One-hour sessions
Twice each week
Up to 36 sessions
No lifetime session limit
Why Choose KCHS?
Choosing a rehabilitation program is about more than improving your breathing, it's about finding a team that will support you every step of the way. At Kearney County Health Services, you'll receive compassionate, personalized care in a comfortable setting where your goals guide your treatment. From your first visit through every milestone, we're here to help you breathe easier, build confidence and improve your quality of life.
Personalized Care
Every exercise plan is tailored to your condition, abilities, and goals.
Experienced Team
Our nurses provide expert guidance, education, and encouragement throughout your program.
Whole-Person Support
Access to nutrition counseling and individual counseling helps support every aspect of your health.
Care Close to Home
Receive specialized respiratory rehabilitation without traveling far from home.
