Which Exercise Interventions Are Most Effective for Improving Oxygen Intake in COPD?
Researchers conducted a network meta-analysis to find the most effective exercise intervention for improving maximal oxygen uptake of people with COPD
Nov 15, 2024
CONDITION SPOTLIGHT
Condition Spotlight: COPD
A collection of feature articles, study abstracts, and other resources all focused on COPD.
High HACOR Score Predicts Non-invasive Ventilation Failure in COPD
High HACOR Score Predicts Non-invasive Ventilation Failure in COPD
Patient’s HACOR scores can help physicians determine the likelihood of NIV failure in a patient with COPD and how effective these predictions are.
Strategies That Improve Physical Activity in Patients With Stable COPD
Strategies That Improve Physical Activity in Patients With Stable COPD
Researchers identified intervention components that could reduce sedentary behavior and increase physical activity in patients with moderate, stable COPD.
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Cognitive Telerehabilitation: A “Powerful Alternative” for Patients With COPD
Cognitive Telerehabilitation: A “Powerful Alternative” for Patients With COPD
Cognitive telerehabilitation was a suitable alternative to pulmonary rehabilitation for older patients with severe COPD who can’t tolerate exercise.
Comparing 8-Week vs 12-Week Pulmonary Rehabilitation in COPD
Comparing 8-Week vs 12-Week Pulmonary Rehabilitation in COPD
Researchers conducted a randomized trial to compare 8-week versus 12-week pulmonary rehabilitation programs for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Lung Ultrasound B-Line Quantification May Help Identify Heart Failure in COPD Exacerbations
Lung Ultrasound B-Line Quantification May Help Identify Heart Failure in COPD Exacerbations
B-lines in lung ultrasound scores were a viable tool for identifying heart failure in patients experiencing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease exacerbations.
Managing COPD With Pulmonary Rehab Through Exercise and Behavioral, Web-Based Interventions
Managing COPD With Pulmonary Rehab Through Exercise and Behavioral, Web-Based Interventions
Combining pharmacological treatment, pulmonary rehabilitation, and behavioral and web-based interventions may benefit patients after a COPD exacerbation.
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Improving COPD Management With Wearable Technology
Patients with COPD typically seek medical care only during exacerbations, underscoring the need for improved self-management strategies.
Comorbidities in COPD Just as Important to Treat as Disease Itself
COPD often coexists with other chronic conditions, which worsen the prognosis, exacerbate symptoms, and reduce the quality of life.
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