PURPOSE: While the short-term efficacy of pulmonary rehabilitation in chronic obstructive
pulmonary disease (COPD) is well documented, less is known about its sustainability and …

Background The widespread application of pulmonary rehabilitation in chronic obstructive
pulmonary disease (COPD) should be preceded by demonstrable improvements in function …

Background The magnitude of response to pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) is influenced by
the selection of outcomes and measures. Objectives This systematic review aimed to review …

Rationale: Current practice guidelines recommend pulmonary rehabilitation as an adjunct to
standard pharmacologic therapy for individuals with moderate to severe chronic obstructive …

Introduction Effects of pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) in chronic obstructive pulmonary
disease (COPD) patients with severely impaired health status are poorly documented since …

With an ever-expanding understanding about chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
(COPD), it has been realized that it is a respiratory disease with systemic manifestations …

Pulmonary rehabilitation is a comprehensive intervention based on a thorough patient
assessment followed by patient-tailored therapies that include, but are not limited to …

Background Pulmonary rehabilitation is an effective intervention for people with chronic
obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). People with COPD undertake repeat programs, but …

PURPOSE: Pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) is effective in patients with moderate to severe
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). However, the effects of PR in patients with …

Background Pulmonary rehabilitation is known to be a beneficial treatment for COPD
patients. To date, however, there is no agreement for how long a rehabilitation program …