Programa de reeducación al esfuerzo en pacientes con neumonía por COVID 19 atendidos en el Hospital General IESS Milagro.

Abstract

Patients with COVID-19 pneumonia present sequelae such as dyspnea, fatigue, cognitive problems, decreased aerobic and functional capacity, due to these complications, it is essential to carry out the evaluation, follow-up and physiotherapeutic treatment. Objective: demonstrate the benefits of the effort reeducation program in patients with covid-19 pneumonia treated at the IESS General Hospital. Methodology: Quantitative approach, explanatory scope, experimental design and evaluation instruments such as clinical history and evaluation scales that were measured through virtual means through the WhatsApp application. Sample: 50 patients from 20 to 70 years of age. Results: After completing the Exercise Reeducation Program, 100% of the patients presented mild fatigue (IBF), 100% didn’t present cognitive impairment (Mini-mental), 44% don’t have dyspnea and 56% have mild dyspnea (mMRC), 100% increased their muscle strength (MRC), 60% haven’t symptoms and 40% perform their activities of daily living despite presenting few symptoms (PCFS) and 100% improved in aerobic capacity (Sit to Stand). Conclusions: The data obtained indicate that the patients after carrying out the forced re-education program obtained great benefits when carrying out their activities of daily living.