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[Clinical practice, work and risks of physical therapy in the face of COVID-19]
Alejandra Valenzuela-Cazés1, Luisa F Becerra-Ostos2
1AV: Ft. Esp. Docencia Universitaria. M. Sc. Salud Pública. Independiente. avalenzuelac@unal.edu.co.
Abstract:
This paper discusses the function of the physiotherapy against COVID-19: how does it work in the chest physiotherapy and workplace health and safety. These fields are considered leading and decisive to take care of health professionals. In general, they work under unsuitable conditions that raise the likelihood of virus transmission in the social and economic context. Likewise, it specifies the relationship between the function of the physiotherapy and every intervention phase, according to exhibiting signs and symptoms on the patient. It is based on processes and procedures that are underpinned by experiences from other countries, specifically China. Finally, there is a discussion about safety measures and a description of the accelerated process to promote remote physical therapy due to COVID-19.
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