S.M. Exploring postural muscle performance across critical illness recovery: a prospective observational study

This supplemental material corresponds to the article “Exploring postural muscle performance across critical illness recovery: a prospective observational study,” accepted for publication in Medwave. The file includes detailed definitions of the postural muscle performance scoring used in the study, graphical representation of the assessment procedure, and additional data on in-bed physical performance according to patients’ ability to walk and perform sit-to-stand transitions upon awakening. These materials complement the main manuscript by providing extended methodological and statistical information to support transparency and reproducibility. The article has been accepted for publication and is currently in press in Medwave (acceptance letter dated October 2025).