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Point-of-Care Procedures in Physiatry: Practice Considerations During the Covid-19 Pandemic

Authors :
Monica Verduzco-Gutierrez
Jay Karri
Prathap Jayaram
Michelle L. Seymour
Source :
American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Publication Year :
2020

Abstract

Coronavirus Disease 2019 (Covid-19) is an active pandemic that has required rapid conversion of practice patterns to mitigate disease spread. Although recommendations have been released for physicians to postpone elective procedures, the utility of common physiatry procedures and their infectious risk profile have yet to be clearly delineated. In this article, we describe an update on existing national recommendations and outline considerations as practitioners and institutions strive to meet the needs of patients with disabilities.

Details

ISSN :
15377385
Volume :
99
Issue :
7
Database :
OpenAIRE
Journal :
American journal of physical medicinerehabilitation
Accession number :
edsair.doi.dedup.....d15f87de18b091e76d48579ca9d5b8a0