In most published studies after lung resection, mental scales evaluating QoL of patients following lung resection usually remain unchanged, whereas physical scales for pain show significant impairment [12,13]. In this study, a VAS was used to evaluate pain, which is related to respiration and QoL. Miyoshi et al. [14] established changes in pulmonary function and exercise capacity during a 30-day postoperative period and concluded that early postoperative recovery is attributable to repair of the surgical injury to the chest wall and the resulting alleviation of pain. Pain treatment improves QoL and helps provide early recovery from surgical damage. The systemic PR had a remarkable ability to alleviate pain. 3 months after surgery. Surprisingly, the VAS score was 0 in the experimental group at the 6-month follow-up, showing the efficacy of PR to decrease pain. Continuous and regular respiratory rehabilitation enhanced patient QoL.