Thanks to the ongoing work of the PNZ Cardio-Respiratory Special Interest Group, NZ Doctor have published the Returning to Functional Activities and Exercise After COVID-19 Flow Chart.
The flow chart aims to guide healthcare providers in offering accurate recommendations for individuals with long COVID as they resume physical activities. Its primary goal is to guide screening questions and support decision-making in the process of returning to activities or sport.
It adopts a cautious approach to ensure return to activities and exercise is safe and does not cause a worsening of symptoms, taking into account post-exertional malaise. There is guidance on when to consider an onward referral to a cardio-respiratory physiotherapist and a detailed table outlining how to progress exercise without exacerbating symptoms.
Read the flow chart at nzdoctor.co.nz
Page updated May 2024