Open AccessPulmonary Rehabilitation in Coronavirus Disease 2019 Patients
Author(s) -
Ahmet Kıvanç Menekşeoğlu,
Dilşad Sindel
Publication year - 2022
Publication title -
turkish thoracic journal
Language(s) - Uncategorized
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 2149-2530
DOI - 10.5152/turkthoracj.2022.21024
Subject(s) - medicine , asymptomatic , rehabilitation , pulmonary rehabilitation , disease , coronavirus , pandemic , physical therapy , intensive care medicine , covid-19 , infectious disease (medical specialty)
Since coronavirus disease 2019 mainly affects the respiratory system, pulmonary rehabilitation has increased its importance during the novel coronavirus pandemic. Healthcare professionals must use appropriate personal protective equipment during rehabilitation of patients infected with severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2. Comorbidities of the patient should be taken into consideration while organizing the rehabilitation program. Clinical manifestations range from asymptomatic to acute respiratory distress syndrome. There is no need for pulmonary rehabilitation in asymptomatic patients. Pulmonary rehabilitation may be recommended in patients with mild-moderate disease. It is advised that patients be followed up during the rehabilitation period. Positioning and passive range of motion exercises are beneficial in preventing immobilization complications in patients with critical illness. Post-coronavirus disease 2019 rehabilitation program should be established according to the needs and functional levels of the patients.