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Aerobic exercise training

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Institution
Escola Superior de Saúde Atlântica (EIA, SA)
Institution Typology
University
Country
Portugal
Description
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
Activity level
Medium
Activity Typology
Rehabilitation section-based activities, Home-based activities
Motivation Tools
Not available
Innovation
Physical activity can be increased in short- and long-term interventions for patients with CF
Evaluation System
When comparing vigorous physical exercise with maintaining previous activity levels as a control, the partially supervised training sessions over a six-month period had a notable improvement in exercise capacity.
Assessment
Physical activity and exercise can improve lung function, exercise capacity and quality of life in patients with CF.
References
Ward N, Morrow S, Stiller K, Holland, A. (2021). Exercise as a substitute for traditional airway clearance in cystic fibrosis: a systematic review. Thorax. 76:763–771. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/ thoraxjnl-2020-216622.


Curran, M., Tierney, A. C., Button, B., Collins, L., Kennedy, L., McDonnell, C., ... & Cahalan, R. (2022). The effectiveness of exercise interventions to increase physical activity in Cystic Fibrosis: A systematic review. Journal of Cystic Fibrosis, 21(2), 272-281. doi.org/10.1016/j.jcf.2021.10.008" target="_blank">doi.org/10.1016/j.jcf.2021.10.008" target="_blank">doi.org/10.1016/j.jcf.2021.10.008


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Ricardo Sousa Mestre, Escola Superior de Saúde Atlântica - Portugal (PT)
Congratulations on the work developed. This best practice stands out for its significant relevance in promoting respiratory health. Its broad applicability makes it an essential tool in multidisciplinary clinical practice, contributing substantially to optimising pulmonary function, preventing respiratory complications, and enhancing patients' quality of life.