Minimal physical therapy didn't improve outcomes post-ICU

Elliott et al (of ANZICS) randomized 195 survivors of >24h mechanical ventilation to get 3 home physical therapy visits and telephone support, or usual care, over the 8 weeks after hospital discharge. At 26 weeks, there was no difference in 6-minute walk, quality-of-life measures, or objective physical function measures. (n=195) Critical Care 2011;15:R142. FREE FULL TEXT