NHS Greater Manchester Greater Manchester Integrated Care Partnership

Health professionals and pulmonary rehabilitation class

Keep Active, Breathe Better

Pulmonary rehabilitation is delivered by a team of physiotherapists, nurses and occupational therapists. See the information on their roles below.

  • Respiratory Physiotherapist
  • Respiratory Occupational Therapist
  • Therapy Assistants

    Jonny is a respiratory physiotherapist and his team will support by tailoring exercise programmes to each patient’s needs.


    Shabana is an occupational therapist, and her area of expertise is supporting patients manage their symptoms by teaching them ways to conserve their energy.


    Juliet is a therapy assistant, and her role is to support the team to deliver exercise training programmes.


In addition, health professionals such as dieticians, psychologists, and pharmacists may also be actively involved depending on each pulmonary rehab service.

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“It’s really important for patients to see the programme as a kick-start to improving and managing their lung condition long-term.”