Rehabilitation after critical illness in adults

What should happen 2–3 months after your discharge from critical care

If you needed structured support while you were in hospital, you should have a meeting with a member of your healthcare team who is familiar with your critical care problems and recovery. The meeting will be to discuss any physical, sensory or communication problems, emotional or psychological problems and any social care or equipment needs that you might have.

If you are recovering more slowly than anticipated, or if you have developed any new physical or psychological problems, then you should be offered referral to the relevant rehabilitation or other specialist service.

If your recovery is not progressing as quickly as you had hoped, your healthcare team is there to help you. Everyone's experience is different and some people may need more time and help than others to recover.

If you have symptoms of anxiety, depression or post-traumatic stress, then you should be treated according to the recommendations outlined in the relevant NICE guidance. NICE has produced information for the public about anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress. For more information, see www.nice.org.uk/Guidance/CG/Published