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Purpose: The aim of this review is to examine the methods that can be used in palliative care to reduce symptoms that reduce the quality of life. Materials and Methods: Studies that used physiotherapy in palliative care patients were examined. Results: Rehabilitation and palliative care team members share many approaches and goals in patient care. Physiotherapists add value to the comprehensive care plans of many patients receiving palliative care, regardless of the stage of the disease, and even as they approach the end of life. Physical evaluation can reveal new or worsening disorders that affect function. Rehabilitation interventions, including individual exercise programs, therapies, equipment and assistive device prescriptions, and other modalities, can assist in patient care. Conclusion: Patients with severe and life-limiting illnesses often experience a common subset of symptoms including fatigue, mood disturbances, shortness of breath, pain, and functional decline. All these symptoms contribute to a reduced quality of life. Many patients want to maintain functional independence as much as possible and reduce the burden on their caregivers. Physiotherapy is an effective strategy for improving the quality of life. We advocate increased collaboration between the palliative care team and physiotherapists in the care of these complex patient populations, as both work together to optimize physical function and patient satisfaction outcomes.

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