Efficacy of rehabilitation protocol for patients in the intensive care unit receiving extracorporeal membran oxygenation
Background: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a therapeutic intervention utilized for patients suffering from cardio-respiratory failure. ECMO, the highest level of life support, allows for different perfusion strategies to temporarily support patients as they recover or to facilitate as a bridge to transplantation (heart or lung).(1)Patients receiving ECMO are at high risk for significant physical impairment and pose unique challenges for physical therapy.