Key result
Upper extremity exercise in COPD is linked to ~100% higher training levels and reduced fatigue.
Why the study?
Does an 8-week upper extremity exercise training program improve exercise capacity and reduce symptoms in patients with COPD?
Population
80 consecutive patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease enrolled in a pulmonary rehabilitation…
Design
Cohort
Follow-up
8 weeks
Authors
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May reduce breathlessness in COPD; leaves open confirmation by randomized trials before practice change.
Observational (n=80)
Does an 8-week upper extremity exercise training program improve exercise capacity and reduce symptoms in patients with COPD?
Absolute Event Rate: 12.3% vs 6.15%
p-value: p=< 0.0001
Upper extremity exercise training in COPD patients significantly improves arm exercise capacity and reduces perceived breathlessness and fatigue.
Ellis et al. (1991) conducted an observational in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) (n=80). upper extremity exercise training program vs. baseline was evaluated on training level (p=< 0.0001). An 8-week upper extremity exercise training program in COPD patients significantly increased training levels from a baseline of 6.15 to 12.30 (P<0.0001) and reduced breathlessness and fatigue.
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