Physiotherapy management of patients undergoing thoracotomy procedure: A survey of current practice in Gauteng

Background: Physiotherapy is included in the management of patients undergoing thoracic surgery. The aim of this study was to describe physiotherapy practice in the management of patients who undergo an open thoracotomy. Methods: A cross-sectional study using convenience sampling was undertaken. An...

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Main Authors: Liezel Schwellnus, Ronel Roos, Vaneshveri Naidoo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: AOSIS 2017-08-01
Series:South African Journal of Physiotherapy
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Online Access:https://sajp.co.za/index.php/sajp/article/view/344