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As we learn more about COVID-19 and how it affects the body, researchers have discovered that some symptoms may persist even after an infected individual is no longer contagious. Professionals at Michigan Medicine at the University of Michigan who are assisting with the recovery of COVID-19 patients have recently reported that patients are facing neurological, cognitive, and musculoskeletal deficits, even after their discharge. They are finding that all patients hospitalized with COVID-19 are going home with some degree of debility, which may include weakness in their legs, hands, and fingers<\/strong>.<\/p>\n These weaknesses make simple activities\u2014like dressing, showering, cooking, and caring for family\u2014very difficult (1). Other professionals have mentioned the concerns of deficits in other areas as well, including decreased lung function and exercise capacity (2). A trend of increased cognitive deficits have also been prevalent, as people are going home with complaints of increased confusion, difficulty forming memories, and delirium (1).<\/p>\n It is important to note that the impact of both physical and cognitive deficits are more pronounced in those who are older, those who spent more time on a ventilator, and those with neurological complications and other comorbidities (1). Most startlingly of all, it has been predicted that the impairments developed due to COVID-19 have the potential to persist up to 1 to 2 years post infection<\/strong> (3).<\/p>\n As the number of families affected by COVID-19 continue to rise, our team at Capital Chiropractic & Rehabilitation Center is here and ready to help where we can. The International Classification of Function, Disability and Health has emphasized the importance of rehabilitation after COVID-19.<\/p>\n In particular, healthcare professionals in China and Italy highly recommend training of the breathing muscles for those suffering post their discharge from their acute stay due to COVID-19, as there have been studies that confirm increased function, endurance, quality of life, and reduced depression with this type of training. (4)<\/p>\n As movement specialists, we can help in a great way to those who need it. We can coach patients on effective form for diaphragmatic breathing, strength building, increased endurance, increased range of motion, joint mobility, and more. Recently, we have even added a soothing treatment tool called the Hypervolt percussive massage instrument that promotes circulation and improves range of motion. We also offer them for retail! See it in use in our clinic:<\/p>\nThe importance of rehabilitation<\/h3>\n
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