Our Post ITU (Intensive Therapy Unit) Rehabilitation service at 360 Medicx is designed to support patients recovering from critical illness—particularly those who have experienced respiratory failure. Delivered at our state-of-the-art clinic on Harley Street, this program bridges the gap between hospital discharge and full functional recovery through tailored respiratory and physical rehabilitation.
This program is ideal for individuals recovering from:
Extended ITU admissions
Mechanical ventilation
COVID-related ICU stays
Post-sepsis syndrome
Respiratory failure due to pneumonia, COPD, or ARDS
We also assist patients with pre-existing chronic respiratory conditions who have deconditioned after critical care.
Rehabilitation begins with a comprehensive baseline assessment to understand your current physical capabilities and needs. We evaluate:
Aerobic fitness (VO2 Max, MHR/THR)
Diaphragm strength (MIP/MEP)
Upper limb strength (1RM, 10RM)
Lower limb strength (Sit to Stand Test – STS)
Functional endurance (6-Minute Walk Test)
These metrics form the foundation of your customized recovery plan.
To combat muscle loss and weakness from prolonged immobility, our rehabilitation includes:
Resistance exercises for upper limbs
Core stability work
Lower limb strengthening using evidence-based loading principles
All sessions are guided by rehabilitation specialists to ensure proper form and pacing.
No two patients recover the same way. We adapt treatment protocols based on:
Duration of ITU stay
Comorbidities (e.g., COPD, diabetes)
Current strength and mobility
Long-term goals (returning to work, sports, daily function)
Your plan evolves as you progress, ensuring maximum gains.
Given the respiratory burden of critical illness, we focus on:
Lung volume restoration
Diaphragm activation and strength
Improved breathing mechanics
Reduced breathlessness during activity
This is especially critical for patients with underlying lung disease or post-ventilation fatigue.
All medical optimisation assessments and therapies are conducted at our Main Clinic:
23 Harley Street Consultation Room
London W1G 9QN
UNTIL, 1 Orchard Street
London W1H 6HJ
Your progress is continuously monitored using the same tests from the initial assessment to quantify improvements in strength, endurance, and respiratory function. This feedback loop keeps treatment goal-oriented and measurable.
We use progressive aerobic training tailored to your target heart rate (THR) to rebuild stamina, improve oxygen uptake, and boost cardiovascular health. Each program is carefully adjusted based on ongoing measurements and symptom tracking.
Recovery after ITU isn’t just physical. We help patients with:
Confidence rebuilding
Emotional adjustment to critical illness
Coping strategies for fatigue, anxiety, or deconditioning
We also provide guidance for return to normal activities, including work and social reintegration.
