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Table 1 Inclusion and exclusion criteria

From: Prevention and early treatment of the long-term physical effects of COVID-19 in adults: design of a randomised controlled trial of resistance exercise—CISCO-21

In order to be considered eligible for participation in the study they must:

Criterion

Inclusion

1

Positive test for COVID-19 (polymerase chain reaction (PCR) or point of care test)

2

Within 6 months of diagnosis

3

Persistent symptoms for at least 4 weeks (Groups A and B only)

4

Presentation type—one of Groups A, B or C

Criterion

Exclusion

5

In-patient physiotherapy currently part of the standard care post-intensive care unit (ICU)

6

Not expected to be able to walk within 3 months

7

Unable to provide informed consent

8

Unable to comply with the protocol.

9

Known pregnancy