ArticleHealth science reports2025
Individually Tailored Physiotherapy in Persons With Respiratory Symptoms Related to Post-Acute Sequelae of COVID-19: A Feasibility Study With Mixed Methods.
Article in Health science reports, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. It is linked to trial NCT05040893 (A Pilot Feasibility Study of a Physiotherapy-based Tailored Intervention for Long COVID.), which is not on this map. Cited by 1 paper.
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A Pilot Feasibility Study of a Physiotherapy-based Tailored Intervention for Long COVID.
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Background and Aims: Post-acute sequelae of COVID-19 (PASC) commonly present with persistent respiratory symptoms, even in individuals with normal chest imaging and pulmonary function. Given the heterogeneity within this population, a personalized approach to respiratory physiotherapy could improve outcomes. The purpose of this study was to assess the feasibility and impact of a tailored respiratory physiotherapy program on health-related quality of life (QoL), functional impairment, and patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) in individuals with persistent respiratory symptoms due to PASC. Methods: A single-arm, open-label trial was conducted with 13 adults diagnosed with PASC, recruited from Long COVID clinics in Calgary, Canada. Participants underwent an 8-session personalized physiotherapy program, including education, breathing exercises, and strengthening. Feasibility was measured through recruitment, retention, and session completion rates. PROMs were collected at baseline and post-intervention, and qualitative interviews explored participant perspectives. Results: The program was highly feasible, with 100% retention and a 99% completion rate. Significant improvements were observed in QoL, functional status (Post COVID-19 Function Status scale), and self-efficacy scores. The 6-min walk test showed clinically meaningful improvements in three out of seven participants. Qualitative interviews ( Conclusion: A personalized respiratory physiotherapy program is feasible and may benefit individuals with PASC. Larger trials are needed to assess long-term efficacy and scalability. Trial Registration: ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT05040893.
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