Indiana Gazette from Indiana, Pennsylvania • 40

1Zht gatte Wednesday, November 27. 1991 Pag 41 It's not easy Cardiac rehab moves to new quarters The continued Erowth of the being Santa Claus, especially today Indiana Hospital Cardiac Rehabilitation Program has resulted in the need for extended hours and the relocation of the center to a larger space in the hospital's Medical Office Building. Nearly 100 patients have completed the Cardiac Rehabilitation Program since it was first established in December 1989. The program was developed to meet the needs of recently discharged patients who have had bypass surgery, stable angina or a heart attack. The 12-week program uses monitored exercise and educational information to modify risk factors associated with heart attacks such as inactivity, poor diet and stress.

The program began with two patients attending three sessions a week in a small area of the physical and occupational therapy department. The program can now accommodate up to 12 participants with 15 sessions a week in the newly renovated area. According to Robert Alman II, MS, cardiac rehabilitation coordinator, there are many advantages to moving to the new area. "Because the area is larger, we have been able to add new equipment and have made plans to purchase more. Since we no longer have to share space and time schedules with the physical and occupational therapy department, we can offer sessions in the afternoons instead of only in the evenings.

The new area is also more private and equipped solely for the needs of heart patients." With the consent of their physician, patients can join the pro- Indiana Hospital Cardiac Rehabilitation recently moved to a larger area in the hospital's Medical Office Building. Participating in a workout session are, from lefts Walter J. Stancombe, Cardiac Rehabilitation coordinator Robert Alman, Goerge Sulkosky and Angela Santas carefully. "We just don't want people who are looking for work," she said. "They must love children and have had some experience as Santas." They also must keep up their merry appearance while making only $6 to 57 an hour.

"It's not that much money for the amount of work required," Ms. Hill said. "It's hard work. It's mostly a labor of love." Earl Flaherty, 43, a mechanic for USX has been donning a Santa costume and lifting youngsters on his lap for the past 12 years. He said he becomes a celebrity when he suits up.

"The kids stand in awe of you," he said. "It's a great feeling watching them come up to you with their arms out." At 6 feet and 295 pounds, Flaherty comes well-equipped for the job. Flaherty modeled a Santa suit for the rest of the class as Santa etiquette was discussed. The Santas also were cautioned against drinking or discussing politics or religion. Among the causes for immediate dismissal are being mean or indifferent to the children.

The agency's manual advises talking to girls about their pretty dresses or ribbons and telling the boys how sturdy they are or how much they've grown. This year, the California-based temporary service will supply about 3,000 Santas to clients in the United States, Australia, New Zealand, England and Europe. (AP) PITTSBURGH You know Dasher, Dancer, Prancer and Vixen, if you're right for the part of the jolly old elf: Santa Claus. Knowing the names of Santa's reindeer is a must for would-be St. Nicks, who each day of the Christmas season face hundreds of short young experts on the subject.

And although traditionally Santa Claus smoked a pipe, modern Clauses refrain from tobacco and even use mouthwash before hitting the mall, according to Western Temporary Services, which trains Santas for hire. The jobs agency held a three-hour refresher course last week for seven men who will be deployed to department stores and shopping centers in the Pittsburgh area starting the day after Thanksgiving. Besides using mouthwash and knowing Biitzen's name, they are coached not to promise puppies or siblings, not to use brand names, and to let out a hearty but not booming, "Ho, ho, ho." Nancy J. Hill, Western's branch manager, said the agency screens Ends basic Pvt. Tammy J.

Harkleroad has completed basic training at Fori Jackson, S.C. The daughter of Timothy Johnston, Shelocta RD 3, and Sheryl Harkleroad, 885 Josephine Indiana, she is a 1991 graduate of Indiana High School. Stefanelli, (Indiana Hospital photo) work. "We have a good mix of patients with different interests and professional careers. Most people are able to resume their work or recreational activities," said Alman.

"According to research by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation, participants in cardiac rehabilitation programs can improve physical working capacity, increase self-confidence, decrease depression and fear, improve weight control and ease the return to a normal lifestyle," he said. ologist, is also present during the sessions, a physician is on call at all times and a registered dietician is available to provide information about nutrition. "The goal of the program is to help patients return tD a normal, active and healthy lifestyle and to decrease the risk of recurring heart attacks," said Alman. After patients completed the hospital's program, another more intensive rehabilitation phase is available at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. The program is designed for younger patients who are preparing to return to gram within two weeks after being discharged from the hospital.

Each participant begins the program with testing which identifies his or her activity levels. Individualized workout sessions are offered three days a week and consist of flexibility exercises and light weight-lifting. Other activities include walking on a treadmill, climbing stairs, using a rowing machine and riding stationary bicycles. Participants are continuously monitored by a registered nurse who is trained in cardiac rehabilitation. Alman, an exercise physi Santa 'MOD luD this(L mns MAKE SURE YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR Shop-At-Home Do you bring home everything you've paid for when you shop out of town? It's probably not as obvious as getting only nine eggs for the price of a dozen, but you don't get full value for the dollars spent.

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