Document Type : Original Article
Authors
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Department of Physical Therapy for Cardiovascular/Respiratory Disorder and Geriatrics, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University, Giza, Egypt
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Department of Physical Therapy for Cardiovascular/Respiratory Disorder and Geriatrics, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University, Giza, Egypt.
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Cardiothoracic Surgery Department, Faculty of Medicine, Mansoura University
10.21608/iptccu.2025.440755
Abstract
Background: Pneumonia remains a major global health burden, causing significant morbidity and mortality, particularly in vulnerable groups such as the elderly and immunocompromised. Accurate diagnostic tools like the Pneumonia Severity Index (PSI) and emerging physiotherapeutic interventions, such as proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF), are pivotal in improving patient outcomes and optimizing recovery.
Objective: This mini-review aims to assess current diagnostic approaches for pneumonia, including the PSI, Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS), Behavioral Pain Scale (BPS), and arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis, while evaluating the efficacy of PNF and physiotherapy in enhancing respiratory function and reducing hospitalization duration.
Conclusion: The combined use of PSI, GCS, BPS, and ABG monitoring provides a comprehensive framework for pneumonia severity assessment and treatment planning. PNF, as an adjunctive physiotherapeutic intervention, shows promise in improving respiratory muscle strength and patient recovery, though further research is needed to standardize protocols and validate long-term benefits, Creative physiotherapy transforms lives with hope.
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