Patty Machelor Lisa Heidrick's next surgery is critical, and she's working on heart health as the time gets nearer.
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There are currently 10 patients enrolled in Benson, and 13 have been part of the program since it started in September. One of the biggest benefits of this fitness-oriented rehabilitation is getting patients in the mindset of cardiovascular health, including exercising regularly and eating right, said Alex Evans, assistant manager for TMC cardiac rehabilitation services.People do not need to have had surgery or a cardiac event, such as as heart attack, to get cardio rehabilitation, Evans said. Those with congestive heart failure can come in, he said, as an example.