Pulmonary Rehabilitation

The second edition of Pulmonary Rehabilitation , by CF Donner, N Ambrosino and RS Goldstein deals with the most recent innovations in the field such as new approaches to exercise training, namely whole-body vibrations and water-based rehabilitation. A section on the management of lung transplantation, as well as the role of pulmonary rehabilitation in intensive and critical care settings, is undoubtedly providing further insights on these specific arguments. The chapter on COVID-19, the personalized approach to and the role of pulmonary rehabilitation in palliative care are examples of novelties in the field. Professionals seeking to improve their specific knowledge on pulmonary rehabilitation should have this book on their bookcase and when reading it, thinking about the significant value of human cooperation. Looking at the contributors of this edition, we are in the presence of recognized clinical experts in their field, and we stand proudly with them in appreciating their work. Massimiliano Polastri Medical Department of Continuity of Care and Disability, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, St. Orsola University Hospital, Bologna, Italy Stefano Nava Department of Clinical, Integrated and Experimental Medicine (DIMES), University of Bologna, and Respiratory and Critical Care Unit, St. Orsola University Hospital, Bologna, Italy