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| Author/Association: | Valkenborghs SR, Wood LG, Callister R, Upham JW, Grainge CL, Anderson S, Williams LM, McLoughlin RF, Williams EJ, Scott HA |
| Title: | Effects of moderate- versus vigorous-intensity exercise training on asthma outcomes in adults [with consumer summary] |
| Source: | The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology in Practice 2024 Oct;12(10):2744-2753 |
| Method: | clinical trial |
| Method Score: | 7/10 [Eligibility criteria: Yes; Random allocation: Yes; Concealed allocation: Yes; Baseline comparability: Yes; Blind subjects: No; Blind therapists: No; Blind assessors: Yes; Adequate follow-up: Yes; Intention-to-treat analysis: No; Between-group comparisons: Yes; Point estimates and variability: Yes. Note: Eligibility criteria item does not contribute to total score] *This score has been confirmed* |
| Consumer Summary: | WHAT IS ALREADY KNOWN ABOUT THIS TOPIC: Asthma is one of the most common and burdensome respiratory conditions worldwide. Exercise training is recognized as a therapeutic intervention for adults with asthma, but the optimal exercise intensity is unknown. WHAT DOES THIS ARTICLE ADD TO OUR KNOWLEDGE: Compared with the control group, both moderate- and vigorous-intensity aerobic exercise training improve asthma-related quality of life and asthma control. HOW DOES THIS STUDY IMPACT CURRENT MANAGEMENT GUIDELINES: This study provides valuable evidence to practitioners regarding the optimal exercise prescription parameters. As both moderate- and vigorous-intensity exercise have benefit in adults with asthma, both can be recommended, which empowers people to exercise at their preferred intensity. |
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