title: [Physical rehabilitation in extensively burned patients].
abstract: The rehabilitation of the extensively burned patient aims to prevent and minimize consequences of the own lesion this is supported by three pillars: 1) postural treatment to prevent contractures; 2) kinesiotherapy to maintain/restore joint range of movement and muscle strength; 3) functional recovery. Physical therapy is essential in the multidisciplinary team. A coordinated team assures better results and positively influences the quality of life of the patients.
authors.forename: V
authors.initials: V
authors.lastname: Martín Martínez
authors.forename: Ma J
authors.initials: MJ
authors.lastname: Díez Sanz
authors.forename: O
authors.initials: O
authors.lastname: Corona Fernández
authors.forename: A
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: García Aragón
authors.forename: L
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: González Fraile
mesh_terms: D002056:Burns / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D006801:Humans; D015601:Injury Severity Score; D026741:Physical Therapy Modalities