Specialist intervention may be necessary due to:

• Reduced physical function following ARDS, which requires regular physical examinations to restore to normal capacity

• Post-ARDS impaired cognitive function and delurium in ICU patients.

• Depression, PTSD, anxiety, and social stigma

Obstacles to rehabilitation may include:

• Reduced staff availability

• Lack of PPE

• Lack of capacity at rehabilitation facilities

• Co-morbidities

• Reinfection

Virtual rehabilitation is one option for healthcare providers to use to limit physical contact but may not provide the complete benefits of rehabilitation.