Supervised Exercise Therapy (SET) is a self-monitored, medically supervised exercise program for independently functioning individuals. The purpose is to provide an individualized, supervised exercise program of proper intensity, duration and progression to improve health. You may want to take this class if:

• You have had valve surgery or angioplasty
• You have a pacemaker
• You have peripheral artery disease
• You have heart failure
• You have diabetes
• You have osteoporosis
• You suffer from depression
• You want to manage your weight
• You have other chronic medical conditions

Key information:

• The program meets two times per week for one hour each session. The program is held in the Meriter Wellness Center within Arbor Gate.
• Physician consent is required before scheduling a one-hour initial assessment with an exercise physiologist.
• The cost is $65 for a one-month pass. There is a $50 initial assessment fee.
• If you have insurance through Physicians Plus Insurance Corporation or Unity Health Insurance, you may be eligible for fee reimbursement.

To learn more about the program or to schedule an appointment, call (608) 417-6102. 

2/27/2009