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Physical therapy pathway and protocol for patients undergoing hematopoietic stem cell transplantation: Recommendations from The Eastern Mediterranean Blood and Marrow Transplantation (EMBMT) Group
Mohammed, J., Aljurf, M., Althumayri, A., Almansour, M., Alghamdi, A., Hamidieh, A. A., ElHaddad, A., Othman, T. B., Bazarbachi, A., Almohareb, F., et al
Hematology/oncology and stem cell therapy. 2019
Abstract
Patients undergoing hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) are often referred for physical therapy (PT) to help improve their quality of life. However, to our knowledge there is no clear PT pathway to guide therapists and patients before, during, and after HSCT. This paper not only reviews the current evidence on safe PT practice but also puts forward a protocol and pathway for HSCT rehabilitation, highlights the importance of individualized exercise intervention for HSCT patients, and outlines safe practice guidelines for the physical therapists working in this field.