The clinical respiratory journal
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Effect of physical therapy on muscle strength, respiratory muscles and functional parameters in patients with intensive care unit-acquired weakness.
The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of an intensive physical therapy protocol in patients who contract 'intensive care unit-acquired weakness' (ICUAW), in terms of muscle strength, breathing and functional indices. ⋯ It is possible that an intensive therapy protocol may facilitate the initial recovery process in patients who suffer from ICUAW.