Frequently Asked Questions

  • Virtual pulmonary rehabilitation is an accessible program for individuals with a chronic respiratory condition. Our goal is to help improve physical function, promote disease management, and enhance quality of life. Members of the iMaster Health program will have access to hundreds of exercise videos, breathing and airway clearance techniques, educational podcast episodes from a team of health professionals, lung health recipes, and much more. All resources are available 24/7 on a desktop, tablet, or mobile device.

  • Pulmonary rehabilitation is a highly effective program for people with a chronic lung condition. Many studies have demonstrated meaningful improvements in breathlessness, fatigue, exercise capacity, and health-related quality of life. Pulmonary rehabilitation can help patients live and breathe better and may reduce urgent visits to the doctor.

  • The iMaster Health program is available to individuals with a diagnosis of asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), pulmonary fibrosis, interstitial lung disease (ILD), cystic fibrosis, and/or bronchiectasis. If you are unsure of your respiratory condition, please consult a doctor or health care provider.

  • Although our program is endorsed by many doctors, you do not need a signed referral to participate in our program. Our mission is to make pulmonary rehabilitation easily accessible for everyone. We encourage all clients to discuss pulmonary rehabilitation with their physician to ensure the program is right for them.