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"It has taught me that I should never be too busy to think about myself"

About: Specialist Therapy Services / Pulmonary Rehab (Rushcliffe)

(as the patient),

I was invited to take part in a course of rehabilitation to improve my exercise in order to improve my well being and keep me motivated and moving .

I must admit at the beginning I wasn’t keen on The idea , I already have a busy life , working , active grandparent etc although I struggled with stairs and keeping up .. even making the bed . I didn’t think it would help much at all , and didn’t like the thought of a bi weekly class . Why would I need this ?

After a six week course twice a week …it has taught me that I should never be too busy to think about myself , it has pushed me to think about how exercise and toning can really help . I can do it , the team were thoughtful and motivating, and kind . Really positive ending , I feel much better and can now walk further and faster and with confidence . You don’t need to sit in a chair and get progressively worse . I’m hoping that in a way it’s saved my life . I’m now starting a local exercise class and feeling that this help will be the start of prolonging my life

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Response from Ilona Cannon, Team Lead, Cardio Respiratory Services (South Notts), Community Health Services 2 weeks ago
Ilona Cannon
Team Lead, Cardio Respiratory Services (South Notts),
Community Health Services
Submitted on 18/08/2025 at 11:23
Published on Care Opinion at 11:23


Dear crocodilery95,

Thank you so much for sharing your experience of Pulmonary Rehabilitation.

It's wonderful to hear that even though you weren't sure that the course would be helpful for you, you gave it a go and had such a change in perspective.

It's fantastic that you felt your walking and confidence have improved, and that you found the team kind and motivating - I will make sure this feedback is shared with them all.

I'm glad you're now finding the time to put yourself first and continuing your journey with exercise to improve your health and wellbeing.

All the best for the future

Ilona

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