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Patients with peripheral vascular disease (PVD) disease may participate in our exercise program designed to increase blood flow in the legs, decrease pain or increase pain tolerance, and therefore increase the ability to sustain activity for longer periods of time. The program meets three times per week, one hour per session. The exercise program is designed to progressively increase the activity intensity and duration over time, using treadmill walking, stretching and non-weight bearing activities (bicycle).

Cardiovascular disease is by far the leading case of death and disability in the United States, accounting for as much as 50% of all deaths.  Comprehensive cardiac rehabilitation programs by reduce your risk of death from cardiovascular disease by 20 – 25% and reduce cardiac related hospital admissions.

All members applying are required to complete a Pre-participation Screening Questionnaire and Member Health Information form.  Based on your health status you may be required to obtain a Physicians Release prior to participation.  You may download these forms here:

At Hillcrest Exercise & Lifestyle Programs (HELP) we offer a multidisciplinary rehabilitation program for patients with peripheral arterial disease. To participate in the program, patients must be referred by their physician. Once referred, the program option will be determined by the patient's symptoms and insurance coverage. The recommended length of time to maximize the patient's health benefit is 6 months.

Our dedicated team of cardiac nurses, exercise physiologist, dietitian and behavioral health specialist are available to evaluate your areas of concern, provide education, and develop a treatment plan to restore your health and improve your quality of life. We have programs specifically designed to address your specific condition.