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Disease: Cystic Fibrosis
Intervention design A single continuous cycling exercise of moderate intensity (experiment A, control condition) versus a combination of interval cycling exercise plus Flutter® (experiment B). People involved: 15 adults with cystic fibrosis Obstacles identified: Expiratory flow was not measured during exercise. This is an important indicator to assess whether it was possible to create an expiratory airflow bias, a mechanism that allows the assessment of improvements in mucociliary clearance. Sustainability: We conclude that the addition of Flutter® to moderate-intensity interval cycling exercise has no measurable effect on the ...
Disease: Cystic Fibrosis
Intervention design: The study group received an exercise program three times a week via Zoom for 12 weeks. The exercise program applied by each researcher to the patients for whom they are responsible was based on high-intensity interval training and postural strengthening. This was prepared by a specialist physiotherapist and can be found in a supporting information file. People involved: Twenty-eight patient-caregiver dyads, intervention group, n=14 dyads and control group, n=14 dyads Barriers identified: A multicenter approach can give different results, and similar results cannot be guaranteed. The importance of monitoring ...
Disease: Cystic Fibrosis
Intervention design: Participants continued their routine physiotherapy and rehabilitation programs as planned by the physiotherapist, including patient and family education, airway clearance techniques (breathing exercises, active breathing technique, oscillator devices) and physical activity counseling. People involved: Thirty patients, Expiratory muscle training (EMT) group, n=15 Control group, n=15 Barriers identified: The effect of physiotherapy and rehabilitation programs on quality of life (QoL) in CF is unclear in the literature. However, in this study, all the patients in the groups rated their changes as unchanged or bet ...
Disease: Cystic Fibrosis
Intervention design: An active cycle of breathing techniques (CATR) was carried out by physiotherapy. This is a commonly used method for removing secretions in patients with cystic fibrosis. Each CATR cycle consists of a sequence of breath control, chest expansion exercises and forced exhalation and the cycles are repeated until the secretion is completely eliminated. Mobilization of the thoracic vertebrae, stretching of the pectorals, strengthening of the extensor muscles of the scapula and thorax and core stability exercises. People involved: 19 pediatric patients with cystic fibrosis. Postural exercise program (Group 1, n=10) Ch ...
Disease: Cystic Fibrosis
Intervention design: Moderate intensity aerobic exercise. Each training session involved a 2 min “warm-up”, followed by a 30 s “work” phase and a 30 s “rest” period, repeated six times. The work and rest periods were followed by a 2-minute cool-down period. The total training time per session was therefore 10 minutes. Each session was supervised by a physiotherapist trained in treating people with cystic fibrosis. People involved: Fourteen participants. High-intensity interval training (HIIT), n=7 and control group, n=7 Barriers identified: Excluding self-reported physical function (CFQ-R), the effects of HIIT on oth ...
Disease: Cystic Fibrosis
Intervention design: At least 30 minutes of strengthening exercises and 2 hours of aerobic exercise per week. Details about the exercise intervention, structured motivational interviewing, exercise intensity prescription, activity counseling and individual training monitoring in an online diary are provided in the online supplement. People involved: 117 participants, Intervention, n = 60 and Control Group, n = 57 Barriers identified: The barriers reported by participants were not wanting to be randomized to an intense physical activity (PA) program due to other priorities (e.g. school exams) and the 50% chance of being randomize ...
Disease: Cystic Fibrosis
Intervention project: The home training protocol consisted of 30 to 60 minute sessions, 5 days/week, for 6 weeks, using a Nintendo Wii™ platform. Nintendo WiiTM platform with the game EA SPORTSTM ACTIVE 2. This game involved activities such as running, squats, lunges and bicep curls. The game is supervised by a virtual personal trainer and includes a heart rate (HR) monitor. People involved: Thirty-nine children, Control group, n = 20 and Training group, n = 19. Barriers identified: Exercise capacity is limited by several factors in CF, including lung function (ventilatory limitation) and peripheral muscle dysfunction (includin ...
Disease: Cystic Fibrosis
Intervention design: During the non-invasive ventilation (NIV) session, subjects completed 10 NIV-supported breaths, followed by up to four repetitions of the forced exhalation and coughing technique, as required. During habitual airway clearance techniques (ACT), subjects performed similar routines of forced exhalations and coughing. The subjects received two 30-minute ACT sessions a day supervised by a physiotherapist specializing in FQ for adults with NIV training (GS). People involved: 14 participants in the airway clearance techniques (ACTs) group n= 7 and ACT + non-invasive ventilation (NIV)=7 Barriers identified: Exercise ...
Disease: COPD
Intervention design: Pulmonary rehabilitation for COPD patients. People involved: 263 COPD patients. Identified barriers: Severe dyspnea. Sustainability: Long-term health improvement. Transferability: Applicable to different dyspnea levels
Disease: Cystic Fibrosis
Intervention project: Participants learned eight Tai Chi movements; the teaching was carried out in eight lessons over 3 months: via the Internet or in person. People involved: 40 participants. G1: face-to-face (n= 22). G2: teaching via the Internet (n=18). Barriers identified: Many people with CF are unable to maintain high-intensity training. Respiratory exacerbations can be a limitation. Sustainability: Tai Chi appears to be a popular and useful method of offering an alternative method of exercise with benefits not previously considered, e.g. improvements in sleep, abdominal pain and cough. Transferability: The approach can be ad ...
Disease: Cystic Fibrosis
27 patients - Control (n= 11), Exercise (n= 8) and Exercise plus neuromuscular electrical stimulation (n =8). Resistance exercises were used and each session lasted 60 min. The exercise plans were individualized for each patient. Six resistance exercises were performed: bench press, leg extension, leg press, leg curl, seated rowing and chest press. The 5RM (maximum repetitions) test and the subjective perception of effort (Borg scale) were used to individualize the training loads. Neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) was applied to the quadriceps (vastus lateralis and medialis) and the interscapular region (latissimus dorsi a ...
Disease: COPD, Interstitial lung disease, Cystic Fibrosis
Intervention design: The study examined the effects of a 12-week Nordic walking rehabilitation program on patients with end-stage lung disease who were referred for lung transplantation. The intervention included assessments of lung function, exercise tolerance, perception of dyspnea, and health-related quality of life before and after the program. People involved: 22 patients with end-stage lung disease, healthcare professionals including physiotherapists and pulmonologists. Identified barriers: Ensuring patient adherence to the program, managing potential physical limitations due to severe lung disease. Sustainability: Nordic ...
Disease: Other
Intervention design: The study evaluated the impact of a 3-week moderate-intensity exercise training program on the lipid profile and physical function in patients with sarcoidosis. The training program included endurance exercise, respiratory muscle training, and peripheral muscle strength training. People involved: 14 patients with confirmed pulmonary sarcoidosis, healthcare professionals, and researchers. Identified barriers: Ensuring adherence to the exercise regimen, managing exercise intensity to prevent overexertion, and controlling for dietary intake during the study. Sustainability: The exercise training protocol could b ...
Disease: Covid19
Intervention design: The DAY-19 Study analyzed the association between food habits, body mass change, and physical activity level in a population-based sample of Polish secondary school students during the COVID-19 pandemic. The study utilized the Adolescent Food Habits Checklist (AFHC) to assess food habits before and during the pandemic. People involved: 1333 adolescents aged 10-16 years, school administrators, researchers, and dietitians. Identified barriers: Changes in food purchasing behaviors due to the pandemic, limitations in physical activity due to lockdowns. Sustainability: The study's findings could inform public heal ...
Disease: Asthma
Intervention design: Pilates breathing exercises for children with asthma. People involved: Children and youths with bronchial asthma. Identified barriers: None specified. Sustainability: Long-term use in respiratory rehabilitation. Transferability: Potentially adaptable to other respiratory conditions.
Disease: Covid19
Intervention design: The study aimed to compare the effectiveness of traditional neurological rehabilitation versus neurological rehabilitation combined with a rehabilitation robot for patients with post-COVID-19 fatigue syndrome. The intervention group used a robot for 45 minutes in addition to the standard rehabilitation protocol. People involved: 86 patients with post-COVID-19 fatigue syndrome, multidisciplinary rehabilitation team. Identified barriers: Ensuring patient compliance with robotic technology and managing the intensity of rehabilitation to prevent fatigue. Sustainability: The use of rehabilitation robots presents a ...
Disease: Covid19
Intervention design: A 3-week inpatient pulmonary rehabilitation program comparing traditional rehabilitation with a novel VR-based program. The study focused on exercise tolerance, anxiety, depression, and quality of life in post-COVID-19 patients. People involved: 32 post-COVID-19 patients, multidisciplinary rehabilitation team. Identified barriers: Managing patient compliance with VR technology, ensuring the effectiveness of short-term rehabilitation on long-term outcomes. Sustainability: Potential for VR to be integrated into standard rehabilitation practices, with applications in other respiratory rehabilitation contexts. T ...
Disease: Covid19
Intervention design: The study evaluated a 3-week high-intensity inpatient pulmonary rehabilitation program comparing traditional therapy with a novel VR-led therapy for post-COVID-19 patients. People involved: 32 patients (20 females and 12 males) with post-acute sequelae of COVID-19, aged 41–67 years, multidisciplinary rehabilitation team. Identified barriers: Managing the intensity of rehabilitation to accommodate individual patient's post-COVID-19 conditions, ensuring patient compliance with VR technology. Sustainability: The VR approach has the potential for future applications in remote or home-based settings with appropr ...
Disease: COPD
Intervention design: The study focused on the impact of endurance training in a pulmonary rehabilitation program for COPD patients on the imbalance between prooxidants and antioxidants in their bodies. People involved: 32 patients with COPD, researchers, and healthcare professionals from the Wielkopolska Centre of Pulmonology and Thoracosurgery. Identified barriers: Managing the intensity of exercise to avoid exacerbation of COPD symptoms. Sustainability: The study suggests endurance training as a sustainable component of rehabilitation without aggravating oxidative stress. Transferability: The intervention can be applied in oth ...
Disease: COPD
Intervention design: A 2-week rehabilitation program comparing traditional pulmonary rehabilitation (TPR) with and without virtual reality (VR) training. People involved: 106 patients with COPD, physiotherapists. Identified barriers: Limited access to traditional pulmonary rehabilitation, patient motivation challenges. Sustainability: Potential for home use after hospital discharge with appropriate games and devices. Transferability: Feasible for use in different settings, potentially extendable to other chronic conditions.
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
The initial position is to hold the ball with both hands while standing. Air is inhaled through the nose and the ball is raised with straight arms above heads Exhaling brings the ball back to its original position. If you don't have a ball at home, a small cushion can be used.
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
Starting position - standing. Have an easy one thing, like in this case, plastic card. With maximum exhalation put the card to your lips and inhale trying to keep it as long as possible so that would not fall.
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
Starting position - standing. Take a deep breath through the mouth and exhaled into the balloon. Repeat until the balloon is completely filled with air. For greater effectiveness of the recommended exercises while performing them it is advised to try to breathe deeply and slowly, maintaining 12-15 breaths per minute.
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
Starting position - sitting or standing, deep after inhaling, blow air through a straw into a cup with with water. For greater effectiveness of the recommended exercises while performing them it is advised to try to breathe deeply and slowly, maintaining 12-15 breaths per minute.
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
The initial position is to sit comfortably at the table. A plastic cup placed in front of you try to push to the other end of the table when blowing air through a straw. For greater effectiveness of the recommended exercises while performing them it is advised to try to breathe deeply and slowly, maintaining 12-15 breaths per minute.
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
Initial position - sitting: legs shoulder width apart, glass held in hands with a small amount of water and a straw. Inhale through the nose exhale slowly and long through a straw into a glass of water. This one repeat the exercise 6 - 10 times every 1 hour. For greater effectiveness of the recommended exercises while performing them it is advised to try to breathe deeply and slowly, maintaining 12-15 breaths per minute.
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
Starting position - sitting: legs shoulder width apart, slowly raise a straight arm to side above the head, at the same time bending the arms with the body in the direction of movement - to inhale, return to av. Mr. - exhale. The same perform with the other hand, alternately. For greater effectiveness of the recommended exercises while performing them it is advised to try to breathe deeply and slowly, maintaining 12-15 breaths per minute.
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
Starting position - sitting: legs shoulder width apart, slowly raise a straight arm to side above the head, at the same time bending the arms with the body in the direction of movement - to inhale, return to av. Mr. - exhale. The same perform with the other hand, alternately. For greater effectiveness of the recommended exercises while performing them it is advised to try to breathe deeply and slowly, maintaining 12-15 breaths per minute.
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
Initial position - sitting: sitting: feet shoulder width apart, slowly raising a straight arm up in front of you - inhale, slowly lowering your arm - exhale Do the same with the other hand, alternating. For greater the effectiveness of the recommended exercises while performing them it is advised to try to breathe deeply and slowly, maintaining 12-15 breaths per minute.
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
Initial position - sitting: sitting: legs shoulder width apart, bringing straight arms to the sides - inhale, hugging yourself - exhale. For greater the effectiveness of the recommended exercises while performing them it is advised to try to breathe deeply and slowly, maintaining 12-15 breaths per minute.
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
Starting position - sitting: legs shoulder width apart, lean forward, elbows resting on thighs. Inhale through the nose, exhale through the nose lips pursed with the tube twice as slowly as when inhaling. This exercise reduces shortness of breath. For greater the effectiveness of the recommended exercises while performing them it is advised to try to breathe deeply and slowly, maintaining 12-15 breaths per minute.
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
Starting position lying on the side: lower hand under the head, upper hand hand extended forward. Outstretched upper arm in a wide bridge bring back behind - inhale, return the hand to the original position position - to exhale. Do the same while lying on the other side. For greater the effectiveness of the recommended exercises while performing them it is advised to try to breathe deeply and slowly, maintaining 12-15 breaths per minute.
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
Starting position lying on the back: lower hand under the head, upper hand we raise a straight arm above the head - inhale, lower it when returning hand behind the back - exhale. Do the same while lying on the other side. For greater the effectiveness of the recommended exercises while performing them it is advised to try to breathe deeply and slowly, maintaining 12-15 breaths per minute.
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
Starting position lying on the back: legs bent, arms stretched out to the sides - inhale, bend knees to lower to
one side - to exhale. Do the same to the other side, alternating.
For greater the effectiveness of the recommended exercises while performing them it is advised to try to breathe deeply and slowly, maintaining 12-15 breaths per minute.
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
Starting position lying on the back: legs bent, arms stretched out to the sides - inhale, bend knees to lower to
one side - to exhale. Do the same to the other side, alternating.
For greater the effectiveness of the recommended exercises while performing them it is advised to try to breathe deeply and slowly, maintaining 12-15 breaths per minute.
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
Lie comfortably on the floor. Take a few deep breaths to relax. Breathe in. Tense the muscles of your feet. Breathe out. Release the tension in your feet. Breathe in. Tense your calf muscles. Breathe out. Release the tension in your calves. Work your way up your body. Tense each muscle group. This includes your legs, belly, chest, fingers, arms, shoulders, neck, and face.
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
Sit up straight, perhaps in bed, if using this to fall asleep. Take deep, methodical breaths in and out, counting to 4 with each inhale — through your mouth or nose — and each exhale, which should be through your nose. Focus on your abdomen rising and falling, and listen for your breath sounds to come from your stomach.
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
Sit in bed with your mouth gently closed (not pursed) and breathe through your nose at a natural pace for about 30 seconds. Breathe a bit more intentionally in and out through your nose once. Gently pinch your nose closed with your thumb and forefinger, keeping your mouth closed as well, until you feel that you need to take a breath again. With your mouth still closed, take a deep breath in and out through your nose again.
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
Sit with your legs crossed. Place your left hand on your knee and your right thumb on your nose. Exhale completely and close the right nostril. Inhale through the left nostril. Open the right nostril and exhale while closing the left one. Continue this rotation for 5 minutes, ending with an exhalation through the left nostril.
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
Take a long, deep inhalation. Exhale completely, concentrating on the body and its sensations. After doing this a few times, slow down the exhalation so that it is twice as long as the inhalation.
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
Close your eyes and breathe deeply in and out. Cover your ears with your hands. Place each index finger above your eyebrows and the rest of your fingers over your eyes. Next, put gentle pressure on the sides of your nose and focus on your brow area. Keep your mouth closed and breathe out slowly through your nose, making the humming “Om” sound. Repeat the process 5 times.
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
To do this: Choose a comfortable seated position. Stick out your tongue and curl your tongue to bring the outer edges together. If your tongue doesn’t do this, you can purse your lips. Inhale through your mouth. Exhale out through your nose. Continue breathing like this for up to 5 minutes.
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
To do this: Inhale for a count of 5. Exhale for a count of 5. Continue this breathing pattern for at least a few minutes.
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
Come into a comfortable seated position. You can sit back on your heels or cross your legs. Press your palms against your knees with your fingers spread wide. Inhale deeply through your nose and open your eyes wide. At the same time, open your mouth wide and stick out your tongue, bringing the tip down toward your chin. Contract the muscles at the front of your throat as you exhale out through your mouth by making a long “haaa” sound. You can turn your gaze to look at the space between your eyebrows or the tip of your nose. Do this breath 2 to 3 times.
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
Find a Comfortable Position: Sit or lie down in a relaxed position. Place one hand on your chest and the other on your abdomen. Inhale Slowly: Breathe in slowly through your nose for a count of 4. Imagine you’re drawing in a gentle wave that flows through your body, filling your lungs from the bottom up. Feel your abdomen rise as your lungs fill with air. Hold the Breath: Hold your breath gently for a count of 4. Picture the wave settling calmly in your chest, nurturing your lungs. Exhale Slowly: Breathe out slowly through your mouth for a count of 6. Visualize the wave retreating smoothly, taking away any tension or discomfort ...
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
Sit on a chair with both feet on the floor. Lean slightly forward. Fold your arms across your belly. Breathe in slowly through your nose. Lean forward and exhale, pressing your arms into your belly. Slightly open your mouth and cough two to three times. Make your coughs short and sharp. Gently and slowly inhale through your nose. Rest
Disease: Asthma, Lung Cancer, Covid19
Breathe in through your nose, almost like you’re smelling something, for about two seconds. Use your abdominal muscles to help fill your lungs with air. Pucker your lips as if you’re about to blow out a candle and then breathe out slowly through your mouth. Breathe out twice as long as when you inhaled. Make a quiet hissing sound as you exhale. Repeat several times.
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
Sit upright on the edge of your bed or in a sturdy chair. Reach arms overhead and create a big stretching yawn. Bring your arms down and finish by smiling for three seconds. Repeat for one minute.
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
Stand upright and place your hands around the sides of your stomach. Close your lips and place your tongue on the roof of your mouth. Breathe in through your nose and pull air down into your stomach where your hands are. Try to spread your fingers apart with your breath. Slowly exhale your breath* through your nose. Repeat deep breaths for one minute.
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
Sit upright on the edge of a bed or in a sturdy chair. Place your hands around the sides of your stomach. Close lips and place your tongue on the roof of your mouth. Breathe in through your nose and pull air down into your stomach where your hands are. Try to spread your fingers apart with your breath. Slowly exhale your breath through your nose. Repeat deep breaths for one minute.
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
Lie on your stomach and rest your head on your hands to allow room to breathe. Close your lips and place your tongue on the roof of your mouth. Breathe in through your nose and pull air down into your stomach. Try to focus on your stomach pushing into the mattress as you breathe. Slowly exhale your breath through your nose. Repeat deep breaths for one minute.
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
Lie on your back and bend your knees so that the bottom of your feet are resting on the bed.
Place your hands on top of your stomach or wrap them around the sides of your stomach.
Close your lips and place your tongue on the roof of your mouth.
Breathe in through the nose and pull air down into your stomach where your hands are. Try to spread your fingers apart with your breath.
Slowly exhale your breath through the nose.
Repeat deep breaths for one minute.
Disease: Interstitial lung disease
FisioOnline is a website that offers content related to physiotherapy and personal care, written by certified physiotherapists and qualified health professionals, who give their vision on different topics through articles, videos, and infographics, intended for the general public, both non-professionals and professionals. This video explains to the user what interstitial lung disease consists of, what the causes are and the pharmacological and respiratory physiotherapy treatment that can be applied.
Disease: Interstitial lung disease
Pulmonary rehabilitation is an effective and validated intervention to increase quality of life (QoL) and functional capacity in patients with chronic respiratory disease (CRD), however its availability is limited. In this study, the authors tested the implementation of an online open access pulmonary rehabilitation intervention. The purpose of this study is to pilot the feasibility of conducting a 42-day online pulmonary wellness & rehabilitation program in people with CRD. Methods: 47 participants with CRD underwent a 42-day online pulmonary rehabilitation program with 4 components: thoughts and motivation; aerobic exercise; bre ...
Disease: Interstitial lung disease
This document offers practical advice on pacing activities, staying active, eating a balanced diet, quitting smoking, managing stress, and planning for future health needs. It emphasizes the importance of listening to one's body, planning tasks efficiently, and seeking help when necessary.
Disease: Interstitial lung disease
It recommends these ventilation and thoracic mobility exercises to better control respiratory volumes. They should be performed once people have mastered the exercises in the video: respiratory physiotherapy exercises without equipment. Designed for patients with mild interstitial disease
Disease: Interstitial lung disease
Reduced exercise capacity is definitely a cardinal feature of interstitial disease. It is definitely also a predictor of poor prognosis that is associated with dyspnea, poor quality of life and an increased prognosis that is associated with dyspnea, poor quality of life and increased mortality. The limitation of exercise in interstitial disease is related to the limitation of ventilatory mechanics, the alteration in gas exchange, vascular insufficiency and muscular dysfunction. This resource consists of a paper presenting the results of studies in which muscle strength is assessed in relation to hypoxemia. Hypoxemia is a cardina ...
Disease: Interstitial lung disease
Educational video on the pursed lip breathing technique with a visual introduction of a person demonstrating how to perform this technique correctly. Explain what the pursed lip breathing technique is and in what.
Disease: Interstitial lung disease
The study aimed to compare physical activity (PA) levels in patients with interstitial lung disease (ILD) and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), as well as healthy controls, using propensity matching based on gender, age, daylight exposure, and functional exercise capacity. PA was objectively measured using the SenseWear Pro armband, with data collected over at least one week and including only days with valid PA measurements.
Disease: Interstitial lung disease
This instructional video is designed for patients with interstitial lung disease (ILD) and focuses on intermediate and advanced pulmonary rehabilitation exercises. The goal is to improve exercise tolerance, reduce dyspnea, and enhance the overall quality of life for patients with ILD. The video is presented by a certified pulmonary rehabilitation specialist and includes real-time demonstrations with patients.
Disease: Interstitial lung disease
The aim of this study was, using experience-based codesign (EBCD), to collaborate with people with interstitial lung disease (ILD), their carers/families and healthcare professionals, to codesign a remote PR programme ready for testing in a future study.
Disease: Interstitial lung disease
The aim of this study was, using experience-based codesign (EBCD), to collaborate with people with interstitial lung disease (ILD), their carers/families and healthcare professionals, to codesign a remote PR programme ready for testing in a future study.
Disease: Interstitial lung disease
Comprehensive treatment for patients with interstitial lung diseases includes physical training, given the physiological effects that are generated. The objective of this study is to analyze the impact of aerobic exercise in the treatment for patients with interstitial lung diseases. Eleven clinical trials were included for this review and the quality of the studies was medium to high. All studies included the training component of aerobic exercise combined with other strategies such as strength development, endurance, flexibility. Significant changes were demonstrated in over 50% of the studies for the aerobic capacity component, ...
Disease: Interstitial lung disease
To determine whether pulmonary rehabilitation in people with ILD has beneficial effects on exercise capacity, symptoms, quality of life and survival compared with no pulmonary rehabilitation in people with ILD.To assess the safety of pulmonary rehabilitation in people with ILD.
Disease: Interstitial lung disease
In rheumatic diseases, Diffuse Interstitial Lung Disease (DILD) is mainly associated with connective tissue diseases, although not in all of them equally, and also with rheumatoid arthritis. Its presence is related to greater morbidity and mortality, although its evolution depends on each patient. What experts are clear about is that a multidisciplinary approach is necessary. On the occasion of the VI SER Course on Diffuse Interstitial Lung Disease (DILD) in rheumatic diseases, which was held in Madrid on October 14 and 15 and which included the collaboration of Boehringer Ingelheim and Bristol Myers Squibb, from the Spanish Soci ...
Disease: Interstitial lung disease
On this website the patient is comprehensively informed and given guidelines for personal care and physical activity after discharge from the hospital.
Disease: Interstitial lung disease
ILD are a group of respiratory diseases with a high prevalence in our environment, as well as COPD or asthma and, like these, can cause major disabilities in the daily life of patients suffering, making it essential to promote and encourage physical exercise in these patients. Various studies have proven the usefulness of RR with exercises dedicated to these patients through their own program and a multidisciplinary approach, however, and despite the promising results, we still lack consensus and recommendations in the main treatment guidelines for ILD. This way, future studies and research are necessary about the benefit of physica ...
Disease: Interstitial lung disease
This consensus document, prepared by professionals from various areas of the Spanish Society of Pulmonology and Thoracic Surgery (SEPAR), aims to assist the clinical professional in identifying possible respiratory complications that may appear during the months following the acute phase of the disease and to standardize their follow-up and the complementary tests to be performed. It suggests the examinations and interventions to be carried out at various stages of post-COVID-19 evolution, with specific objectives. On the one hand, to ensure that patients receive timely clinical follow-up, with a pre-established schedule taking int ...
Disease: Interstitial lung disease
he information shown comes from a rehabilitation center called Pneumophysio. It provides useful content for patients and health professionals. The table of contents is as follows: How to increase lung capacity?: Factors that compromise lung efficiency Do you want to know how to improve lung capacity? Respiratory exercises to increase lung capacity: An effective solution 5 Breathing Exercises to Improve Lung Capacity 1. Breathing exercises to strengthen the lungs: Diaphragmatic breathing 2. Breathing exercises to strengthen the lungs: Costal breathing 3. Exercises to recover lung capacity: Breathing with the use of an incentiv ...
Disease: Interstitial lung disease
Patient Support Service via SMS. A free service from Boehringer Ingelheim to support patient education in the management of pulmonary fibrosis. PATSU (PATient SUpport service) is a new service from Boehringer Ingelheim to support patient education in the management of pulmonary fibrosis and improve their adherence to treatment by sending free educational content to their cell phone. Patients will receive an SMS with a link to the selected educational content. Patients will be able to consult the content whenever he/she wants, as many times as he/she wants.
Disease: Interstitial lung disease
The Ministry of Health produced a poster with the main recommendations that a patient with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis should follow during the Covid epidemic.
Disease: Interstitial lung disease
The main objective was to evaluate the effects on exercise capacity and health-related quality of life (hrQoL) of supervised PT (sPT) compared to non-supervised physical exercise (nsPE) and IPF patients who did not participate in this program (obsIPF) at 12 weeks (w) and at 1 year (y). 19 voluntary IPF patients followed a pilot program of sPT during 12 w. 6 patients continued voluntarily this program for a y, and 10 patients continued activity without supervision (nsPE). 3 patients were withdrawn. The main barrier was a small sample of subjects.A randomized controlled study could help to avoid bias from underpowered observational s ...
Disease: Cystic Fibrosis
Coughing is the main strategy for clearing the proximal airways. In patients with weak or ineffective cough reflexes, augmentation techniques are used to support or mimic the action. These techniques fall into three categories: assisted inspiration, assisted expiration or a mixture of both. They include manual hyperinflation, ventilator hyperinflation, glossopharyngeal breathing, manually assisted cough (MAC) and mechanical insufflator-exsufflator (MI-E). These methods can be used alone or combined in various ways
Disease: Cystic Fibrosis
Mechanical percussion devices and high-frequency external chest compression devices provide external chest wall compressions through the use of a device such as a vest (e.g. ThAIRapy™ Vest, The Vest™, Hayek Oscillator, InCourage system, SmartVest). The generator produces an alternating flow of air into and out of the vest that rapidly compresses and releases the chest wall within a range of selectable frequencies and pressures. These devices or techniques can be applied by the patient.
Disease: Cystic Fibrosis
This technique is characterized by the use of high-frequency oscillatory ventilation to produce endotracheal percussion through the mouth, using a device called a percussionator. Percussive bursts of high-flow respiratory air are administered throughout the respiratory cycle at high rates.
Disease: Cystic Fibrosis
The PEP mask or mouthpiece contains a valve that increases the resistance to expiratory airflow. The individual repeats 12 to 15 consecutive breaths through the flow resistor, creating positive mid-expiratory pressures of 10 to 20 cm H₂O in the airways.
Disease: Cystic Fibrosis
Aerobic exercise training (e.g. treadmill, stationary bike) is a demanding activity for cystic fibrosis (CF) patients whose cardiorespiratory capacities are diminished.
Disease: Cystic Fibrosis
This technique combines breathing control, chest expansion exercises and forced expiratory techniques (FET). Respiratory control consists of breathing with a relaxed tidal volume, using diaphragmatic control, while chest expansion exercises focus on active inspiration to increase lung volumes. For every one or more cycles of breathing control and chest expansion exercises, a set of one or two forced expiration techniques should be performed, followed by breathing control.
Disease: Cystic Fibrosis
Postural drainage (PD) traditionally involves positioning individuals to use gravity to drain mucus from the peripheral regions of the lungs towards the proximal airways. However, in recent times, modified postural drainage techniques have emerged, eliminating the need to tilt the head downwards but maintaining effectiveness. Similarly, Autogenic Drainage (AD) aims for the patient to mobilize secretions from the smaller airways to the larger ones, using different body positions (sitting, semi-Fowler, lateral) while managing breathing control using a controlled inspiratory and expiratory airflow.
Disease: Cystic Fibrosis
Diaphragmatic Breathing (DB) involves a slow, deep inhalation through the nose using the diaphragm while lying on your back, with one hand resting on your chest and the other on your abdomen. It is essential to keep movement of the chest to a minimum and concentrate on the stomach pushing against the hand, involving the diaphragm. Typically, practitioners breathe in and out for around six seconds each.
Disease: Cystic Fibrosis
The patient should lie on their stomach, with a pillow in the popliteal region or with their knees bent, and become aware of their breathing, inhaling deeply (abdomino-diaphragmatic breathing) and exhaling slowly with their lips pursed (half closed).
Disease: Cystic Fibrosis
Conscious breath control practices require attention to the breath. During these exercises, people pay attention to the nostrils, the rise and fall of the chest or more subtle internal changes. The technique for controlling and dissociating breathing times consists of people being able to actively activate inhalation through the nose and exhalation through the mouth. The patient can exhale with their lips ajar (pursed-lip breathing), increasing the pressure at the end of the exhalation. The practice of breath control is an act of conscious metacognition that involves processes such as monitoring, regulating and adapting breathing to ...
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
Here’s how to do it: Close your eyes as you take a deep breath in. Breathe out until your lungs feel empty. Breathe in again while thinking of the number 1. Hold your breath for 2 seconds, then breathe out. Breathe in again while thinking of the number 2. Hold your breath for 3 seconds, then breathe out. Continue this exercise up to the number 8.
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
Here’s how to do it: Stand up straight and exhale. Breathe in to max capacity. Hold for 20 seconds (if you can) while placing both hands on your hips, thumbs facing front, and pinkies on the small of your back. Exhale slowly. Relax and repeat 3 times.
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
Here’s how to do it: Stand up straight and loosen your knees. Bend down from the waist as you exhale, then return to your upright position. Inhale as much air as possible, then hold your breath for 20 seconds (if you can) while lifting your arms over your head. Relax and lower your arms as you exhale. Repeat these steps 4 times.
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
Here’s how to do it: Sit up straight with your eyes closed. Pay attention to the sensations in your body, and the quietness within. Gently place your index fingers on your ears. Take a deep breath in. As you breathe out, press down on your ears while beginning to hum loudly. You can choose to press down on your ears the entire time or press in and out during your humming. Take another deep breath in. Repeat this a few more times.
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
Equal breathing, sometimes known as coherent breathing or Sama Vritti, is one of many pranayama/yoga breathing exercises for lungs. The key is to inhale and exhale for the same amount of time. Consciously breathing in this way allows our bodies to establish a relaxed rhythm and access our full lung capacity. This exercise can easily be done anywhere at any time, and is just as helpful to our mental health as it is to our physical health. How to do: Close your eyes and breathe as you normally would. Pay attention to how you’re breathing. Breathe in for a slow count of 4. Breathe out for the same amount of time. Continue to bre ...
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
The 4-7-8 breathing technique is a simple yet powerful method that can help you relax, reduce stress, and improve your lung health. Begin by sitting or lying down in a comfortable position. Close your eyes and take a deep breath in through your nose for a count of four seconds. Hold your breath for seven counts. Then, exhale slowly and completely through your mouth for a count of eight seconds. Repeat this cycle for several rounds, gradually increasing the duration as you become more comfortable.
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
Box breathing is an exercise that can help calm your mind and enhance lung function. Begin by sitting or lying down in a quiet space. Inhale deeply through your nose for four counts. Now hold your breath for another count of four. Follow this by exhaling slowly for four seconds, and then pause for a count of four before beginning the cycle again. This rhythmic pattern helps increase your oxygen intake and reduces anxiety and stress.
Disease: Asthma, Lung Cancer, COPD, Covid19, Interstitial lung disease
With alternate nostril breathing, a practice that comes from yoga, you inhale through one nostril while closing the other, then switch and repeat. Try to do this slowly and smoothly while staying aware of your breath. Follow these steps: Sit comfortably and place your left hand on your knee. Lift your right hand to your nose, exhale, and close your right nostril with your thumb. Inhale through your left nostril and then close it with your fingers. Release the right nostril and exhale, then inhale through the right nostril and close it. Exhale through the left nostril. Repeat for up to 5 minutes and end by exhaling through ...
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
As with pursed lip breathing, start by breathing in through your nose. Pay attention to how your belly fills up with air. You can put your hands lightly on your stomach, or place a tissue box on it, so you can be aware of your belly rising and falling. Breathe out through your mouth at least two to three times as long as your inhale. Be sure to relax your neck and shoulders as you retrain your diaphragm to take on the work of helping to fill and empty your lungs.
Disease: Lung Cancer, Covid19
This exercise reduces the number of breaths you take and keeps your airways open longer. More air is able to flow in and out of your lungs so you can be more physically active. To practice it, simply breathe in through your nose and breathe out at least twice as long through your mouth, with pursed lips.
Disease: Asthma, COPD, Covid19
Breathe in on the first step, on the second step exhale. After several repetitions, on the first two steps inhale, on the other two exhale. It is recommended for overcoming effort
Disease: Asthma, COPD, Covid19
In this exercise, a cloth is placed around the lower part of the ribs, crossed and inhaled deeply. It is necessary to pull the band with your hands and exhale slowly, and then slowly release the band. It is recommended to cope with the effort, strengthen the respiratory muscles and expel the residual secretion
Disease: Covid19
BREATHING AGAINST RESISTANCE (PEP THERAPY Positive expiratory pressure) The benefits of incorporating Positive Expiratory Pressure (PEP) therapy into the management of respiratory infections, including those caused by SARS-CoV-2, can be numerous and significant. Improved Airway Clearance: PEP therapy helps mobilize secretions and mucus from the airways, facilitating their removal through coughing or suctioning. This can prevent mucus plugging, reduce the risk of atelectasis (lung collapse), and improve ventilation-perfusion matching, ultimately enhancing gas exchange and respiratory function. Enhanced Lung Expansion: By promoting ...
Disease: Covid19
Breathing exercises and mobilization exercises of the upper extremities are essential components of respiratory and rehabilitation programs aimed at improving lung function, respiratory muscle strength, and upper limb mobility. When breathing deeply and slowly, it is necessary to activate the diaphragm as much as possible in order to reduce the breathing rate (optimal breathing rate 12-15 inhalations and exhalations per minute). Expanding the chest in conjunction with upper body exercises of the extremities helps to remove secretions and increase vital capacity. During exercise, it is necessary to pay particular attention to the b ...
Disease: Covid19
POSITIONING The choice of body position for conscious patients should be a so-called drainage position to remove secretions. It is necessary to change body position regularly (at least 3 times a day) and to remain in each position for about 45 minutes
Disease: Asthma, COPD
Hydrotherapy with heated sea at 32° C at Thalassotherapy Crikvenica is performed in a therapeutic pool which provides ideal conditions for the implementation of various medical programs, including allergic and other diseases of the upper and lower respiratory tract - swimming and exercises in the water increase the depth of breathing, improve lung capacity, accelerate circulation and heart rate, and cause dilation of the airways and strengthening of the respiratory muscles. The air in the pool is warm and humid, thus reducing the possibility of provoking bronchospasms; of laryngectomy patients - physical rehabilitation of laryngect ...
Disease: COPD
The Adriatic Sea is considered the cleanest of the Mediterranean seas. Inhalation therapy is carried out in a special inhaler, which is unique in the entire Adriatic and even in Europe. Modern inhalation devices enable an exceptionally good distribution of the natural active ingredients of seawater and essential oils as well as medication, which makes inhalation therapy particularly effective. During inhalation therapy, dispersed natural drug solutions, i.e. drugs or gaseous substances, are introduced locally into the respiratory organs and then partially into the bloodstream via the lung tissue. With the help of modern technology, ...
Disease: COPD
40 patients diagnosed with COPD took part in the study. They took part in a pulmonary rehabilitation program three times a week for 6 weeks. Before and after the program, spirometry and forced expiratory volume in the first second were performed. Before and after the program, spirometry and forced expiratory volume in the first second were performed. The measurements at the end of the program showed a significant improvement compared to the measurements before the program.
Disease: Asthma, COPD
Based on the initial measurement of 6MWT, physical activity in the form of walking was suggested to the patients, according to the recommendations of the European Respiratory Society (ERS). In the first month after the measurement, the patient walked 5 days per week with 50% of the expected number of steps, in the second month he increased the activity to 75% of the expected number of steps, after which the first control measurement was performed. In the following two months, the patient continues to walk 5 days a week at 75% of the expected number of steps, after which a second control measurement is carried out. Following the same ...
Disease: COPD
Inspirometer device intended for performing breathing exercises. Respiratory exercises or breathing exercises help to overcome the symptoms of the disease and reduce the use of drugs, enabling the proper exchange of gases in the lungs and cells.
Disease: COPD
For people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), breathing control exercises are an important part of occupational therapy. These exercises may be even more useful when performed in groups. This study investigated the effectiveness of breathing control exercises in groups for patients with severe COPD recovering from an acute lung exacerbation. In this six-week randomized controlled experiment, group breathing exercises were added to a standard inpatient rehabilitation program (usual care) compared to usual care alone. The typical exercise program consisted of strength and endurance training and therapeutic patient educ ...
Disease: COPD
The four resources of self-efficacy theory— - experience, verbal persuasion, physiological and emotional state, and alternative experience — were considered in the design of the WeChat Moments implementation process. COPD patients can share their comments or photos of their rehabilitation training on PeR Moments. By leaving comments or giving a thumbs up, other patients and healthcare professionals can engage with them, promoting mutual support among patients and communication between patients and doctors. An incentive system has also been created to motivate COPD patients to participate. By publishing PeR Moments, patients were ...
Disease: COPD
Comparing an Education-Based Intervention Program (EBIP) to standard care, in order to assess the effects of dyspnea and chronic self-care management outcomes. Only the intervention group received the education-based intervention program, which was delivered in three stages: a) education in hospital, b) home visits with education, and c) telephone monitoring and counseling. A manual was used for the EBIP that was consistent with the relevant literature1 and the advice of two specialists. The four sections of the manual focused on improving medication adherence, nutrition, self-care behavior during illness, and breathing exercises. ...
Disease: COPD
Two groups of eighty AECOPD patients receiving non-invasive ventilation were randomly assigned. The control group (CG) (n = 40) received standard AECOPD treatment and care, while the seated and supine Liuzijue exercise group (LG) (n = 40) received seated and supine Liuzijue therapy. The LG participants had to complete this 30-minute program once a day in the morning and evening for three months. The following measurements were taken before and after the intervention: the pulmonary function test, the 6-minute walk test (6MWT), the St. George's Respiratory Questionnaire (SGRQ) and the Modified Medical Research Council Dyspnea Scales ( ...
Disease: COPD
In a randomized controlled trial, patients were assigned to an experimental group (EG) and a control group (CG). The CG trained on a bicycle ergometer three times a week for six weeks. The EG used the Wii Fit system and followed a program that included strength training, aerobics and yoga. Assessments included the six-minute walk test (6MWD), the Medical Research Council (MRC) Saint George's Respiratory Questionnaire (SGRQ), body max index, airway obstruction, dyspnea, and the physical capacity index (BODE). These measurements were taken both before and after treatment. To draw conclusions about the cost-effectiveness of this innov ...
Disease: COPD
Empirical research has indicated that adding extra oxygen to the air during a short-term exercise session lowers minute ventilation at comparable work rates and postpones the development of dynamic hyperinflation and related dyspnea. The study aimed to determine whether supplemental oxygen during exercise was superior to medical air in improving endurance capacity and HRQoL, as well as improving maximal walking ability, reducing dyspnea, and increasing daily physical activity in individuals with COPD who were normoxemic at rest and desaturated during exercise. Individuals with COPD who had an oxygen desaturation of ...
Disease: COPD
Measurements were taken before and after pulmonary rehabilitation, with the primary endpoint being the distance covered in the incremental shuttle walk test (ISWT) after six weeks. Sixty-eight patients (intervention n = 36, control n = 32) were recruited. During pulmonary rehabilitation, patients took the carbohydrate control supplement twice daily and attended pulmonary rehabilitation twice weekly. The participants' experiences with the supplements were evaluated. As this was a pilot study, neither muscle mass nor quadriceps strength were assessed. This measure would allow a more accurate assessment of the effects of the intervent ...
Disease: COPD
The singing included vocal, physical and breathing exercises with the aim of strengthening, expanding and improving the flexibility of the respiratory muscles. Of the 270 COPD patients, 195 took part in the study. The participants were divided into two groups: one for the singing and the other for the physical training. The local community PR service provided both study groups with a 10-week PR course consisting of either physical fitness training or singing classes twice a week, for a total of 20 sessions. the 90-minute sessions also included one-on-one counseling and support. In addition, as part of the PR, both study groups atten ...
Disease: COPD
Neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) to endurance training (ET) and resistance training (RT) have been used on exercise tolerance and balance in patients with COPD. 42 male patients were assigned randomly to the intervention group (n = 22) or control group (n = 20). The main limitation of the study was the reduced number of patients and the cardiopulmonary testing technique which could be evaluated by other techniques such as cardiopulmonary exercise testing and could give more measurements. Endurance training: Warm up for five minutes with stretches and other movements before you start. An individual endurance training p ...
Disease: Asthma
Intervention design Time: 12 months. All consenting participants received postal questionnaires at 3 and 6 months and a final assessment visit at 12 months post randomization. G1: the DVD group, The DVD content included: (1) detailed explanations and illustrations of how to carry out the exercises, with footage showing a physiotherapist teaching the exercises to patients (2) motivational components explaining the rationale for the exercises and addressing common doubts and concerns. Those randomised to the DVD were also provided with the booklet. G2: face-to-face physiotherapy received: three sessions (30–40 minutes each) w ...
Disease: Asthma
Intervention design The study was an interventional double-blinded randomized controlled trial. Hospitalized patients with asthma exacerbation enrolled in the study were randomly assigned to experimental (music therapy) or control (popular science program) group. Both groups during hospitalization received standard pharmacotherapy accompanied by respiratory physiotherapy. People involved Hospitalized adult patients with asthma exacerbation G1: the experimental group n= 39 G2: control group n=34 Age: G1: M=64.00 years, G2: M= 58.00 years G1: received standard pharmacotherapy in conjunction with respiratory physiotherap ...
Disease: Asthma
Intervention design - asthma educational programme based on a repeated short intervention (AEP-RSI). The objective of the study was to assess the effectiveness of the AEP-RSI to improve asthma symptoms and to prevent asthma exacerbations (future risk), and, consequently, to improve health-related quality of life. The duration of the study was 12 months and all patients included were visited by their physician four times (one visit in every 3 months), when their asthma treatment was adjusted. G1: asthma - educational programme based on a repeated short intervention (AEP-RSI). The education programme included the following three com ...
Disease: Asthma
Intervention design: Following enrollment, participants randomized into the intervention group were separated into cohorts of approximately 7 individuals, and completed a six-week asthma intervention based on the social cognitive theory of behavioral change. The intervention consisted of 3 in-person group sessions along with 3 one-on-one telephone sessions. Group sessions were comprised of 7 participants along with a health educator who served as the leader. All group and telephone sessions were conducted by a health educator who had received a two-day training session on the principles of self-regulation as well as the basics of as ...
Disease: COPD
Patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) experience altered exercise responses when contractile muscle fatigue (CMF) develops. Compared to level walking, downhill walking leads to CMF with less dyspnea and fatigue. In this study, the effects of pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) consisting of level walking (conventional training; CT) and downhill walking training (DT) on patients with COPD were investigated. The main source of benefit for outcomes like exercise tolerance and quality of life is exercise training, which is a crucial part of pulmonary rehabilitation (PR). Exercise that is performed at a higher intensity th ...
Disease: Asthma
Intervention design To refresh basic knowledge about asthma self-management and safety aspects, the participants of the intervention groups participated in a one-hour asthma class with a physiotherapist. The exercise program was composed of four 3–5 h guided GPS-monitored hiking/snow-shoe tours with an average altitude difference of 411 m and 11 km in distance per day and four all day skiing sessions with an average of 42 km in ski slopes in three different ski regions (2.000–2.500 m). Ambient air temperature for the exercise program ranged between 5.6 oC to 8.7 oC The control group did not receive any intervention. People i ...
Disease: Asthma
Intervention design. G1: usual care for 6 months G2: usual care + yoga (basic asanas (posture) like bhujangasana (cobra pose), tadasana (tree pose) and gomukhasana (cow face pose) for ten minutes and simple pranayama (breathing exercise), nadi sudhipranayama and bhas-trika pranayama for ten minutes followed by relaxation (OM chanting and shavasana). It was 2-weeks supervised training on yoga followed by a closely monitored continuation of the practices at home for 6 months. The subjects from both groups were on bronchodilators in the form of inhalers or inhaled corticosteroids depending on the judgment of the treating physician. ...
Disease: Asthma
Intervention design: After baseline screening and testing, all 60 eligible participants were allocated to the BTE (breathing exercises) or IMT (inspiratory muscle training) group by a third person in a blinded manner (i.e., only using the subject number without knowledge of any other identification or baseline test result) using block randomization targeting group sizes of n = 30. During the 12-week program, the BTE group participated in 25-min sessions twice a week. The sessions focused on stimulating nasal and diaphragmatic breathing, increasing the expiratory time, slowing the respiratory flow, and regulating the breathing rhyth ...
Disease: Asthma
Intervention design: This was a pragmatic 3-group, 12-month, observer-blinded, parallel-group randomised trial comparing the use of a DVD and booklet (DVDB) intervention with face-to-face physiotherapy or with a control group receiving usual care, in adults with asthma who were recruited from 34 UK general practices. Participants were randomly assigned to receive either the DVDB intervention, three face-to-face breathing retraining sessions, or standard care, in a 2:1:2 ratio, for 12 months. The research nurse then provided the participant with the appropriate materials and follow-up arrangements for the relevant study group. The D ...
Disease: Asthma
Intervention design: Over 12-weeks, adults with severe asthma were recruited. Participants were randomised 2:1 to parallel yoga or control groups. All participants received an activity tracker. The yoga group participated in two supervised 75-min group classes of yoga and mindfulness per week for 16-weeks in a private room during office hours (up to 8 participants/class), in addition to usual care. An accredited yoga practitioner designed and delivered the programme, in collaboration with the investigator team. Classes focused on increasing movement, controlling breath, and meditation to improve mindfulness, and were designed to b ...
Disease: Asthma
Intervention design: Adult patients with incompletely controlled asthma attending respiratory specialist clinics were randomized to usual specialist care (UC) or UC and Breathing Exercises (UC 1 BrEX) with three individual physiotherapist-delivered sessions and home exercises. UC was delivered at all sites (planned or acute visits) as, for example, assessment of asthma control, pharmacotherapy adjustment, or self-care instructions BrEX were delivered at the seven hospital sites’ physiotherapy units by trained physiotherapists. BrEX were provided face to face at three individual sessions (60 1 30 1 30 min, 3–4 weeks apart) and ...