ICU physiotherapy under the microscope: can we measure its true cost?

NCT ID NCT07361419

Ongoing Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Universidad de Extremadura Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at how much energy critically ill patients on ventilators use during routine passive physiotherapy. By measuring oxygen consumption with a special device in the breathing tube, researchers hope to understand the physical demands of these exercises. The goal is to help doctors prescribe safer, more individualized rehabilitation for ICU patients.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If successful, this study could help doctors tailor physiotherapy for ICU patients based on their actual metabolic response, making rehabilitation safer and more personalized.
What could go wrong: This is a small observational study with only 40 participants, so results may not apply to all ICU patients. It measures short-term metabolic changes, not long-term outcomes.

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Conditions

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Critical Illness critical illness polyneuropathy

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CRITICAL ILLNESS INTENSIVE CARE UNIT ACQUIRED WEAKNESS MECHANICAL VENTILATION PHYSICAL REHABILITATION IN THE INTENSIVE CARE UNIT

ICU physiotherapy under the microscope: can we measure its true cost?

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