Stepping it Up on Temporary Mechanical Circulatory Support - Mobilization and Prehabilitation of patients in ICU

This review investigates the implementation and efficacy of early mobilization and prehabilitation strategies for patients on temporary mechanical circulatory support (tMCS) to address issues of deconditioning and sarcopenia. The authors highlight the need for standardized protocols and multidisciplinary collaboration, while noting the lack of high-quality data on the impact of early ambulation on clinical outcomes and functional recovery. They call for further research to establish best practices in tMCS rehabilitation.