Rehabilitation Strategies in Polytrauma

Polytrauma is known to have a sustained impact on patients, families and society. Persistent functional disabilities and psychological disorders are common and require long-term rehabilitation, supervision and a multidisciplinary approach. This chapter describes the aims of rehabilitation in severely injured patients and factors associated with improved and limited outcomes. Moreover, the phases of rehabilitation are described, including the priorities, aims and strategies in each step. Finally, recent publications describing the outcomes of rehabilitation programmes in polytrauma and possible adjustments are discussed