The broad range of interventions to increase physical activity (PA) in patients with chronic
obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) has not been systematically assessed. We aimed to …

The inability to engage in sustained physical activity is a common feature of chronic
obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and contributes importantly to the perception of poor …

Controlled breathing is included in the rehabilitation program of patients with chronic
obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). This article discusses the efficacy of controlled …

The natural course of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is complicated by the
development of systemic consequences and co-morbidities. These may be major features in …

Chronic dyspnoea is a devastating symptom that debilitates millions of people worldwide. It
causes a large burden on both patient and carer, and significant costs to society and health …

Background: Studies examining the physiological interactions of oxygen (O2) and
bronchodilators (BD) during exercise in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) …

Patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) describe their breathlessness
as related to the work and effort associated with breathing. Current evidence suggests that …

Lung hyperinflation commonly accompanies expiratory flow-limitation in patients with
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and contributes importantly to dyspnea and …

In the last 200 years or so, the recognition, diagnosis, and understanding of the
pathogenesis of COPD have evolved considerably. Over the past few decades, various …

COPD is a major cause of death and disability worldwide. Treatment of COPD improves lung
function but is unlikely to slow the steady downhill course of the disease or reduce mortality …