Novel protocol combining physical and nutrition therapies, Intensive Goal-directed REhabilitation with Electrical muscle stimulation and Nutrition (IGREEN) care bundle.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Although the combination of rehabilitation and nutrition may be important for the prevention of intensive care unit (ICU)-acquired weakness, a protocolized intervention of this combination has not yet been reported. We herein developed an original combined protocol and evaluated its efficacy.

Methods

In this single-center historical control study, we enrolled adult patients admitted to the ICU. Patients in the control group received standard care, while those in the intervention group received the protocol-based intervention. The ICU mobility scale was used to set goals for early mobilization and a neuromuscular electrical stimulation was employed when patients were unable to stand. The nutritional status was assessed for nutritional therapy, and target calorie de

SUBMITTER: Nakano H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8645074 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature