Exercising beyond recovery during ICU stay: A patient-centered approach to encourage exercise-related behavior change

Journal of Critical Care 2026 Open access

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Authors: Manuela Karloh, Ana Paula de Aquino Prim, Antuani Rafael Baptistella, Daniel Lago Borges, Aline Almeida Gulart
DOI: 10.1016/j.jcrc.2026.155500
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Abstract

• ICU rehabilitation is inevitable; behavior change can make exercise personally meaningful. • Grounding ICU rehabilitation in motivational theory may enhance autonomy, competence, and relatedness. • Patient-centered goals and feasible choices can strengthen motivation during ICU rehabilitation.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Intensive Care Unit Cognitive Disorders Stroke Rehabilitation and Recovery Medical Practices and Rehabilitation

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of Critical Care
Volume
94
Pages
155500–155500
Publication date
11 March 2026
Language
EN