Physical activity in COPD patients decreases short-acting bronchodilator use and the number of exacerbations

Physically inactive patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) exhibit higher rates of exacerbations and symptoms of dyspnoea than active patients. Whether the use of COPD medication explains these differences is not known.

Source: Respiratory Medicine CME - August 6, 2015 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Milla Katajisto, Jukka Koskela, Ari Lindqvist, Maritta Kilpeläinen, Tarja Laitinen Source Type: research