Reducing the Effects of Hospital-Associated Deconditioning: Postacute Care Treatment Options for Patients and Their Caregivers

Hospital-associated deconditioning refers to generalized weakness or loss of fitness because of muscle nonuse, which can happen due to bed rest and inactivity during hospitalization for an illness.1 Deconditioning can have far-reaching effects on areas such as strength, physical endurance, heart rate, and circulation.1-5 These effects can make it harder for you to participate in physical and social activities the way you once could.
Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Tags: Organization News Source Type: research