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The Effects of Exercise Training on Lipid Profile in Patients with Sarcoidosis

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Institution
Medical University of Silesia, Poland Polish Academy of Sciences, Poland Academy of Physical Education, Katowice, Poland University of Chieti-Pescara, Italy
Institution Typology
University
Country
Poland
Description
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 be integrated into standard rehabilitation practices for patients with sarcoidosis, with potential benefits for lipid metabolism and physical function. Transferability: The approach can be adapted to other respiratory diseases or conditions where lipid metabolism and physical function are affected.
Disease
Other
Sarcoidosis
Activity level
Intense
Activity Typology
Rehabilitation section-based activities
Motivation Tools
Not available
Innovation
The study highlights the innovative use of lipid profiling to assess the impact of exercise on lipid metabolism in sarcoidosis patients, providing new insights into the role of physical activity in managing chronic inflammatory diseases
Evaluation System
Quantifiable results: Improvements in physical function (6MWT, grip strength, respiratory muscle strength) and changes in lipid profile (reductions in triglycerides, total cholesterol, fatty acids, and increases in HDL).
Presence of comparison group: No direct comparison group, but pre- and post-training assessments were conducted.
Assessment
The practice is considered good as it demonstrated significant improvements in physical function and positive changes in lipid profiles, suggesting potential benefits for managing sarcoidosis-related complications.
References
Jastrzebski D, Toczylowska B, Zieminska E, et al. The effects of exercise training on lipid profile in patients with sarcoidosis. Sci Rep. 2021;11(1):5551. Published 2021 Mar 10. doi:10.1038/s41598-021-84815-4
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Julia Dratwa, Uniwersytet Opolski - Poland (PL)
Very interesting article