Physical exercise training for cystic fibrosis

Cystic fibrosis (CF) is the most common life-shortening autosomal recessively inherited disease in Caucasian populations [2]. Progressive respiratory disease in CF results in an abnormal ventilatory response to exercise which contributes to dyspnea and is a major limiting factor to exercise tolerance [3]. In addition, a sedentary lifestyle contributes to the progression of physical and functional impairment in CF [4], likely with the consequence of a reduced life expectancy as exercise capacity is linked to survival [5].

Source: Paediatric Respiratory Reviews - January 1, 2016 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Thomas Radtke, Sarah J. Nolan, Helge Hebestreit, Susi Kriemler Tags: Cochrane Corner Source Type: research