Effect of physical therapy on muscle strength, respiratory muscles and functional parameters in patients with intensive care unit‐acquired weakness

The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of an intensive physical therapy protocol in patients who contract ‘intensive care unit‐acquired weakness’ (ICUAW), in terms of muscle strength, breathing and functional indices.

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