Interventions to improve the physical function of ICU survivors

Interventions to improve the physical function of ICU survivors: A systematic review. Chest, 2013, Vol. 144(5), p.1469-80.

Calvo-Ayala, E., et al.

http://journal.publications.chestnet.org/article.aspx?articleid=1727081#Abstract

ICU admissions are ever increasing across the United States. Following critical illness, physical functioning (PF) may be impaired for up to 5 years. We performed a systematic review of randomized controlled trials evaluating the efficacy of interventions targeting PF among ICU survivors. The objective of this study was to identify effective interventions that improve long-term PF in ICU survivors.