Effects of whole-body vibration exercise on functional capacity, muscle strength and thickness, and quality of life of post-COVID-19 patients: Case report

Alterations such as chronic fatigue, dyspnea, loss of muscle mass, joint pain, depression, anxiety, and heart palpitations have been described as symptoms of individuals who have been affected by COVID-19 (Salamanna et al., 2021). Aerobic and strength training programs improve metabolic equivalent-to-task levels, muscle strength, physical function, and the ability to exercise (Mayer et al., 2021).

Source: Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies - February 28, 2024 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Elaine Cristina Santa Cruz de Moura, Beatriz Luiza Marinho Cunha, Tatyane Gomes de Oliveira, Natalia Tarcila Santos Amorim, Cl ézio Cordeiro de Sá Leitão, Frederico Castelo Branco Cavalcanti, Patrícia Érika de Melo Marinho Source Type: research