Textbook Of Physiotherapy For Cardio-Respiratory Cardiac Surgery And Thoracic Surgery Conditions
The Textbook of Physiotherapy for Cardio-Respiratory, Cardiac Surgery and Thoracic Surgery Conditions is a comprehensive and practical guide designed to support physiotherapists, medical students, and healthcare professionals in managing patients with cardiopulmonary and thoracic surgical conditions. This book provides clear explanations, evidence-based interventions, and rehabilitation strategies tailored to post-surgical recovery and long-term patient outcomes.
Key Features
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Foundations of Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy – Covers the physiology of respiration, circulation, and exercise tolerance in both health and disease.
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Pre- and Post-Surgical Care – Explains physiotherapy protocols for patients undergoing cardiac and thoracic surgeries, including CABG, valve replacements, lung resections, and transplantation.
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Evidence-Based Interventions – Provides updated techniques for airway clearance, breathing exercises, incentive spirometry, early mobilization, and chest physiotherapy.
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Critical Care & ICU Management – Focuses on ventilator support, weaning, physiotherapy in mechanically ventilated patients, and prevention of ICU complications.
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Rehabilitation Strategies – Details cardiac rehabilitation programs, pulmonary rehabilitation, exercise prescription, endurance training, and lifestyle modification.
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Complication Prevention – Emphasizes physiotherapy roles in reducing risks of atelectasis, pneumonia, thromboembolism, and prolonged hospital stay.
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Clinical Case Studies – Includes real-world examples and case discussions that connect theory with clinical application.
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Student-Friendly Layout – Structured chapters, illustrations, tables, and flowcharts to simplify learning and clinical decision-making.
