The Cardiac Rehabilitation Department is under the supervision of Assistant Professor Dr. Sitha Phongphibool, whose areas of expertise include cardiac rehabilitation, therapeutic exercise, and sports science and exercise.
We provide exercise programs and inform our patients on matters related to heart and lung disease.
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Cardiac rehabilitation is an essential and crucial process that helps patients with heart conditions. It's especially beneficial for those who have received balloon angioplasty and stent placement, undergone coronary artery bypass surgery, or have underlying conditions such as lung disease, high blood pressure, and diabetes. By participating in cardiac rehabilitation, patients can alleviate anxiety, regain confidence, and resume their daily activities and exercise routines. This leads to an improved quality of life and empowers patients to pursue their hearts' desires.
Cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation is a vital process that helps patients with heart conditions, lung diseases, diabetes, and hypertension reduce anxiety, regain confidence, and safely resume exercise.
Cardiac, Pulmonary, and Exercise Rehabilitation Department designs personalized programs to improve patients' physical and mental health, manage symptoms, and reduce recurrence. We also offer performance testing and consultation for athletes and health-conscious individuals to ensure appropriate exercise.
At Ramkhamhaeng Hospital's Cardiac, Pulmonary, and Exercise Rehabilitation Department, a team of doctors and specialists with modern equipment provides care:
Our Cardiac, Pulmonary, and Exercise Rehabilitation Department at Ramkhamhaeng Hospital is a specialized center of excellence focusing on heart and lung rehabilitation to reduce recurrence risk. Our highly knowledgeable and skilled medical staff provides expert care, exercise guidance, and patient education on heart and lung conditions.
Our department is equipped with advanced exercise equipment, physical performance testing tools, and medical instruments for effective monitoring during exercise and testing:
Real-time heart monitoring during exercise ensures safe and effective rehabilitation. Experts provide close supervision, collect data for progress analysis, and adjust treatment plans.
Monitors and detects heart abnormalities by tracking ECG waves during exercise.
A stationary bike connected to the cardiac rehab system for safe heart and leg muscle strengthening. It controls intensity and measures blood pressure and oxygen saturation.
An arm bike connected to the cardiac rehab system for safe and effective upper body and core muscle strengthening, improving heart function and daily activity.
Enhances overall body strength, circulation, muscle, balance, and heart performance; ideal for endurance and rehabilitation.
A multi-station gym for comprehensive muscle strengthening with customizable exercises.
Builds upper and lower body strength through combined arm pulling and leg pushing movements.
A low-impact exercise machine suitable for seniors, overweight individuals, and those with poor balance, strengthening arm and leg muscles while improving heart function.
A low-impact exercise bike similar to Nustep, suitable for seniors, overweight individuals, and those with poor balance, strengthening arm and leg muscles and enhancing heart function.
Cardiac Rehabilitation for Heart Patients
"Engaging in this exercise regimen has significantly boosted my confidence, helping me avoid fainting spells and mitigating various potential risks."
A patient with a 20-year history of high blood pressure, managed with medication, discovered three coronary arteries were 75-80% blocked. They underwent balloon angioplasty for one vessel. Due to the tortuous nature of the other two arteries and the patient's age, a Ramkhamhaeng Hospital consultation led to successful angioplasty on the remaining two.
About half a month later, the patient enrolled in a rehabilitation course at the Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation Department. This post-treatment step aims to restore normal daily activities, enhance self-care, safely control the condition, and reduce recurrence risk.
"Each session, Dr. Sittha tailors my exercises to be appropriate and manageable, avoiding overexertion. Besides walking, I cycle to strengthen my legs and use a treadmill at a faster pace than at home to improve my stride. Arm exercises involve resistance bands to strengthen arm and shoulder muscles. Each activity lasts 15-20 minutes. I didn't exercise much before, but now I'm confident I can avoid fainting and other risks. My blood pressure is stable, ensuring my heart isn't overworked. I plan to continue for another course after this one, which consists of six 50-minute sessions; it has been truly effective."
Assistant Professor Dr. Sittha Pongpibul, a specialist in cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation, exercise for disease treatment, and sports science at Ramkhamhaeng Hospital, states that rehabilitation typically lasts 2-3 months. Regular assessments ensure patients can safely exercise at appropriate intensity, and that heart and lung function improve, building confidence for normal activity.
"Cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation exercises must be jointly designed by the treating physician and a specialist. They consider each patient's pathology to determine the appropriate exercise type, equipment, and duration per session. Close monitoring of heart rate, blood pressure, and body response is crucial, as some conditions, like myocardial ischemia or a history of heart failure, can lead to abnormalities during exercise. For instance, heart failure patients might experience a drop in blood pressure due to inadequate pumping, requiring exercise adjustments. The heart rate graph and blood pressure must gradually rise without becoming too high or showing signs of myocardial ischemia. Crucially, equipment must be readily available for immediate patient assistance."
Cardiac Rehabilitation for Heart Patients
"Engaging in this exercise regimen has significantly boosted my confidence, helping me avoid fainting spells and mitigating various potential risks."
A patient with a 20-year history of high blood pressure, managed with medication, discovered three coronary arteries were 75-80% blocked. They underwent balloon angioplasty for one vessel. Due to the tortuous nature of the other two arteries and the patient's age, a Ramkhamhaeng Hospital consultation led to successful angioplasty on the remaining two.
About half a month later, the patient enrolled in a rehabilitation course at the Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation Department. This post-treatment step aims to restore normal daily activities, enhance self-care, safely control the condition, and reduce recurrence risk.
"Each session, Dr. Sittha tailors my exercises to be appropriate and manageable, avoiding overexertion. Besides walking, I cycle to strengthen my legs and use a treadmill at a faster pace than at home to improve my stride. Arm exercises involve resistance bands to strengthen arm and shoulder muscles. Each activity lasts 15-20 minutes. I didn't exercise much before, but now I'm confident I can avoid fainting and other risks. My blood pressure is stable, ensuring my heart isn't overworked. I plan to continue for another course after this one, which consists of six 50-minute sessions; it has been truly effective."
Assistant Professor Dr. Sittha Pongpibul, a specialist in cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation, exercise for disease treatment, and sports science at Ramkhamhaeng Hospital, states that rehabilitation typically lasts 2-3 months. Regular assessments ensure patients can safely exercise at appropriate intensity, and that heart and lung function improve, building confidence for normal activity.
"Cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation exercises must be jointly designed by the treating physician and a specialist. They consider each patient's pathology to determine the appropriate exercise type, equipment, and duration per session. Close monitoring of heart rate, blood pressure, and body response is crucial, as some conditions, like myocardial ischemia or a history of heart failure, can lead to abnormalities during exercise. For instance, heart failure patients might experience a drop in blood pressure due to inadequate pumping, requiring exercise adjustments. The heart rate graph and blood pressure must gradually rise without becoming too high or showing signs of myocardial ischemia. Crucially, equipment must be readily available for immediate patient assistance."
