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How effective is NMES in reducing dyspnea in COPD patients?

In 2014, a study led by Paulo J.C. Vieira and colleagues has revealed promising benefits of neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The research, which explored the effects of NMES on muscle performance and exercise tolerance, also broke new ground by examining its impact on dynamic hyperinflation (DH), a condition often observed in COPD patients. The study involved 20 … Continue reading How effective is NMES in reducing dyspnea in COPD patients?

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Heart-Lung-Muscle axis | Role of the lungs in maximal oxygen consumption

Maximal oxygen consumption (VO2max) is the gold standard to measure one’s cardiopulmonary fitness. The VO2max represents the maximal flow of oxygen through the lungs into blood via., simple diffusion, which in turn gets pumped by the heart into the muscles during the maximal graded exercise test (GXT). It was long thought that lung function may not be a limiting factor for one’s maximal performance during … Continue reading Heart-Lung-Muscle axis | Role of the lungs in maximal oxygen consumption

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Can Baduanjin exercise preserve lung function in mild COPD?

In 2020, Yang, et. al., conducted study about Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) which poses a significant threat to both the quality of life and overall well-being of affected individuals, with a progressive decline in lung function being a hallmark of the disease. Early-stage COPD, in particular, witnesses a rapid deterioration in lung function, emphasizing the crucial need for effective interventions to mitigate this decline. … Continue reading Can Baduanjin exercise preserve lung function in mild COPD?

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Can yoga improve lung function in COPD patients?

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a challenging condition, often accompanied by heightened levels of depression and anxiety among patients. In the pursuit of holistic approaches to managing COPD, researchers have turned to yoga as a potential solution. While the physical and mental benefits of yoga are well-documented, its impact on lung function, specifically diffusion capacity, has been less explored. To fill this knowledge gap, … Continue reading Can yoga improve lung function in COPD patients?

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Do manual therapy techniques relieve dysfunction of the diaphragm in people with obstructive lung disease?

Obstructive Lung Disease (OLD) is a category of lung conditions characterized by airway obstruction, such as asthma, bronchiectasis, bronchitis, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). OLD often leads to dysfunction of the diaphragm, but it is uncertain whether manual therapy techniques that focus on the zone of apposition (ΖΟΑ) of the diaphragm are effective. Previous systematic reviews have examined the effectiveness of manual therapy on … Continue reading Do manual therapy techniques relieve dysfunction of the diaphragm in people with obstructive lung disease?

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