University Of Pernambuco

This study looks at how to best measure muscle strength in healthy adults and people in the intensive care unit (ICU). Muscle strength is a key health sign, and weak muscles in ICU patients can mean higher risk. The researchers will use handheld devices to measure strength and cr…

This study looks at how changing body position (lateralization therapy) affects breathing effort and lung function in 30 critically ill adults on mechanical ventilators. Researchers will use imaging and muscle sensors to measure breathing patterns. The goal is to find better ways…