Pulmonary rehabilitation has established a status of evidence-based therapy for patients
with symptomatic COPD in the stable phase and after acute exacerbations. Rehabilitation …

Background Escalating awareness of the magnitude of the challenge posed by low levels of
physical activity in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) highlights the …

Key points Physiological changes are observed following a structured exercise training
programme in patients with COPD, without changes in resting lung function. Exercise …

Purpose This study was designed to investigate the effects of long-term home-based
Liuzijue exercise combined with clinical guidance in elderly patients with chronic obstructive …

Background Pulmonary exercise is an important part in the treatment of chronic obstructive
pulmonary disease (COPD). We aimed to evaluate the effects and safety of high-intensity …

Introduction Impedance cardiography (IC) derived from morphological analysis of the
thoracic impedance signal is now commonly used for noninvasive assessment of cardiac …

Objective: To evaluate the effects of high-intensity interval training (HIIT), in comparison with
those of continuous exercise, on functional capacity and cardiovascular variables in patients …

Exercise limitation and physical inactivity are separate, but related constructs. Both are
commonly present in individuals with COPD, contribute to disease burden over and above …

Introduction High-intensity interval training and sprint interval training significantly increase
maximal oxygen uptake (V̇O 2max), which enhances endurance performance and health …

Introduction The potential additive benefits of rehabilitation beyond spontaneous recovery
post-COVID-19 currently remain unknown. Methods In this prospective, interventional, non …