Journal of physiotherapy
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Journal of physiotherapy · Jun 2014
Comparative StudyDiagnostic thoracic ultrasound within critical care.
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Journal of physiotherapy · Jun 2014
Review Meta AnalysisPreoperative intervention reduces postoperative pulmonary complications but not length of stay in cardiac surgical patients: a systematic review.
Does preoperative intervention in people undergoing cardiac surgery reduce pulmonary complications, shorten length of stay in the intensive care unit (ICU) or hospital, or improve physical function? ⋯ For people undergoing cardiac surgery, preoperative intervention reduces the incidence of postoperative pulmonary complications and, in older patients, the length of stay in hospital.
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Journal of physiotherapy · Mar 2014
ReviewCurrent evidence does not support the use of Kinesio Taping in clinical practice: a systematic review.
Is Kinesio Taping more effective than a sham taping/placebo, no treatment or other interventions in people with musculoskeletal conditions? Is the addition of Kinesio Taping to other interventions more effective than other interventions alone in people with musculoskeletal conditions? ⋯ This review provides the most updated evidence on the effectiveness of the Kinesio Taping for musculoskeletal conditions. The current evidence does not support the use of this intervention in these clinical populations. PROSPERO registration: CRD42012003436.