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Effectiveness of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy after Traumatic Brain Injury in the Intensive Care Unit
Author
Source
Critical Care Research and Practice
Issue
Vol. 2012, Issue 2012 (31 Dec. 2012), pp.1-5, 5 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2012-04-05
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
5
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Physiotherapy and occupational therapy are frequently administered in intensive care units (ICUs) after traumatic brain injury (TBI) to promote recovery.
The increasing economic pressure and the growing need for evidence of therapeutic effectiveness are reasons for reviewing the currently available scientific data.
The databases of OTseeker, PEDro, Medline, and Cochrane were searched for studies on frequently applied therapeutic procedures in the ICU following a TBI.
It becomes evident that the currently available data on physiotherapy and occupational therapy are very limited.
Consequently, it is not possible to give conclusive recommendations within an evidence-based context.
Studies of other neurological disorders indicate that early mobilisation positively influences outcome parameters such as the ability to walk.
It can be concluded from three studies that physiotherapy for the prevention or treatment of ventilator-associated pneumonia is not effective.
The proof of effectiveness for other physiotherapeutic and occupational therapy interventions must still be demonstrated.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Hellweg, Stephanie. 2012. Effectiveness of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy after Traumatic Brain Injury in the Intensive Care Unit. Critical Care Research and Practice،Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-5.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-497244
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Hellweg, Stephanie. Effectiveness of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy after Traumatic Brain Injury in the Intensive Care Unit. Critical Care Research and Practice No. 2012 (2012), pp.1-5.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-497244
American Medical Association (AMA)
Hellweg, Stephanie. Effectiveness of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy after Traumatic Brain Injury in the Intensive Care Unit. Critical Care Research and Practice. 2012. Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-5.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-497244
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-497244