This is a podcast-brief from the Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center.

We all know the benefits of exercise, but it’s especially important for people who have a burn injury. Your heart and lungs may not work as well as before. Your bones may not be as strong. And your muscles may be weaker or smaller.

Exercise after Burn Injury is a factsheet from the Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center. This factsheet explains the types of exercise that can improve your heart and lung function and strengthen bones and muscles. The factsheet also outlines exercises that benefit specific areas of your body - from your face down to your toes.

Visit msktc.org/burn, and get the answers you need from experts who conduct innovative and high-quality research, provide patient care, and work to improve the health and overall quality of life for people with burn injury. That’s msktc.org/burn.