Physiotherapy management for COVID-19 in the acute hospital setting: clinical practice recommendations

Thomas, Peter; Baldwin, Claire; Bissett, Bernie; Boden, Ianthe; Gosselink, Rik; Granger, Catherine L.; Hodgson, Carol; Jones, Alice; Kho, Michelle E.; Moses, Rachael; Ntoumenopoulos, George; Parry, Selina M.; Patman, Shane; Lee, Lisa van der

doi:10.1016/j.jphys.2020.03.011

articleJournal of physiotherapyMar 30, 2020GOLD OA

Physiotherapy management for COVID-19 in the acute hospital setting: clinical practice recommendations

PTPeter Thomas CBClaire Baldwin BBBernie Bissett IBIanthe Boden RGRik Gosselink

Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital · Flinders University · +16 more institutions

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Abstract

This document outlines recommendations for physiotherapy management for COVID-19 in the acute hospital setting. It includes: recommendations for physiotherapy workforce planning and preparation; a screening tool for determining requirement for physiotherapy; and recommendations for the selection of physiotherapy treatments and personal protective equipment. It is intended for use by physiotherapists and other relevant stakeholders in the acute care setting caring for adult patients with confirmed or suspected COVID-19.

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Medicine
Physical therapy
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)
Acute care
Workforce
Personal protective equipment
Acute hospital
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