Exercise in patients with a tracheostomy and speaking valve: a randomised crossover-controlled trial
Can Patients Safely Exercise With a Speaking Valve in Place? Abstract: This randomized crossover-controlled study evaluated 20 ICU patients with tracheostomies performing in-bed cycle ergometry with versus without a speaking valve (SV). Safety was assessed via lung aeration using electrical impedance tomography (EIT), vital signs, and patient experience. Key Insights: Safety: No adverse events occurred […]

