
Respiratory Therapy
Respiratory therapy is helpful for people who are having issues with breathing. During traumatic injuries, the lungs can be damaged. Some people may have tracheotomies. Part of healing is building lung strength. The person’s doctor may recommend respiratory therapy, and our therapists will help.
Treatment Methods
Our experts use a variety of treatment methods to help the people in our care. Depending on the particular diagnosis, the respiratory therapist will decide what types of treatment methods will obtain the best results. Below are some of the methods our respiratory therapists use to help people who are having challenges with breathing.
- Nebulizer medication delivery
- MDI medication delivery
- CPT airway clearance therapy
- Lung expansion therapy
- Assisted cough maneuver
- CPAP therapy
- Oxygen therapy
- Tracheostomy care
Expertise
Our respiratory therapists have bachelor’s degrees in cardiopulmonary science.
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UF Health Rehab Hospital
352-554-2000
2708 SW Archer Road
Gainesville,FL 32608
Directions and Hours
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352-554-2100
Associated Events
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Every month on the 4th Thursday at 6:00 p.m. at varying locations
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Every other Wednesday at 5:00 p.m.
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First Tuesday of every month, from 6-8pm
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The 4th Thursday of the month at 3:30 p.m.
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Every month on the 1st Wednesday at 6:00 p.m.
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The second Tuesday of each month from 5:15 to 6:45 p.m.