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Nordic Walking in Pulmonary Rehabilitation of Patients Referred for Lung Transplantation

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Institution
Medical University of Silesia, Zabrze, Poland Silesian Center for Heart Diseases, Zabrze, Poland Institute of Tuberculosis and Lung Diseases, Rabka-Zdrój, Poland
Institution Typology
University, Hospital
Country
Poland
Description
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 walking is presented as a sustainable and low-cost rehabilitation technique, feasible for patients even with severe lung conditions.

Transferability: The program can be adapted for use in other pulmonary rehabilitation settings, particularly for patients awaiting lung transplantation.
Disease
COPD, Interstitial lung disease, Cystic Fibrosis
Activity level
Medium
Activity Typology
Rehabilitation section-based activities
Motivation Tools
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Innovation
The study highlights the use of Nordic walking as an innovative and accessible form of exercise for patients with severe respiratory conditions, demonstrating significant improvements in mobility and quality of life without adverse events.
Evaluation System
Quantifiable results: Significant improvement in the 6-minute walk distance (from 288 meters to 374 meters) and reduction in perception of dyspnea post-rehabilitation. Quality of life and general health also showed significant improvement.


Presence of comparison group: No comparison group mentioned; results were based on pre- and post-intervention assessments.
Assessment
Nordic walking proved to be a safe and feasible rehabilitation method, resulting in enhanced mobility and quality of life for patients awaiting lung transplantation.
References
Ochman M, Maruszewski M, Latos M, et al. Nordic Walking in Pulmonary Rehabilitation of Patients Referred for Lung Transplantation. Transplant Proc. 2018;50(7):2059-2063. doi:10.1016/j.transproceed.2018.02.106
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Wiktoria Kandora, Uniwersytet Opolski - Poland (PL)
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Seweryn Dramski, Uniwersytet Opolski - Poland (PL)
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Oliwia Alker, University - Poland (PL)
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Malwina Wierzbicka, Uo - Poland (PL)
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