Abilities of physical rehabilitation in pneumonia

R.A. Bodrova, V.R. Kiryanova, M.B. Tsykunov, A.M. Delyan, I.F Sadykov, A.I. Savina, E.R. Khusainova
2020 Journal of restorative medicine and rehabilitation  
The use of physical rehabilitation methods, in particular respiratory rehabilitation for pneumonia, allows to increase the tolerance to physical activity, improve oxygen consumption and endurance of patients compared to the initial level, reduce the frequency and duration of their hospitalization, as well as significantly improve the effectiveness of drug therapy. In the first stage of assisting patients with pneumonia of various genesis, therapeutic exercises are recommended that improve
more » ... ge function of the bronchi and promotes the discharge of bronchial mucous. Prescription of physiotherapeutic methods of treatment, which have a bactericidal, anti-inflammatory, anti-edema and resorption effects, significantly increase the effectiveness of complex therapeutic measures. A comprehensive approach to the treatment of pneumonia can produce better results by using all therapeutic physical exercise and physiotherapy options that have proven effective over many decades.
doi:10.38025/2078-1962-2020-97-3-31-39 fatcat:prmm5akhwfhpve75cnrh4rskgu