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Physiotherapy in Palliative Care
1 Physiotherapy in Palliative CarePresented by: Danae HiebertPhysiotherapist, Riverview Health and Role of Physio Editorial a : Ambulation Bed exercises Passive Range of Motion / Stretching Transfers Respiratory Physio Modalities Therapy Physiotherapy in Palliative care is focused on providing maximum comfort for the patient while maintaining the highest level of physical function in the face of disease progression3 Editorial Do Physiotherapists Have a Role in Palliative care ? (2001) World Health Organization principles of Palliative care (WHO, 1990): Affirm life and regard dying as a normal process Neither hasten nor postpone death Provide relief from pain and other distressing symptoms Integrate the psychological and spiritual aspects of patient care Offer a support system to help patients live as actively as possible until death Offer a support system to help family members cope during the patient s illness and their bereavement 1 OT and PT in Hospice The Facilitation of Meaning, QOL and
1 Physiotherapy in Palliative Care Presented by: Danae Hiebert Physiotherapist, Riverview Health Centre Outline 1. Focus and Role of Physio Editorial
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