April 23, 2026 · Critical care medicine · DOI: 10.1097/CCM.0000000000007132

Use of Structured Exercise Program with Resistance Training and Verticalization in Adults on Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation: A Prospective Pilot Study

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The authors aimed to evaluate the safety, feasibility, and preliminary effectiveness of a structured rehabilitation program combining mobility therapy and resistance training for adults on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). The study found that the program was feasible and safe, with positive correlations between longer therapy sessions and improved functional performance. The results suggest that structured rehabilitation could be beneficial for ECMO patients, warranting further investigation in larger controlled studies.

Junya Hagiwara, Jeffrey Hunt, Jennifer Hunt, Qianqian Liu, Joel Michalek, Jeffrey D DellaVolpe, Linda E Sousse

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