The effectiveness of exercise interventions to increase physical activity in Cystic Fibrosis: A systematic review

Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is a chronic and life limiting condition. Improved CF management has led to a median survival age in 2019 of 48.4 years [17]. CF is a complex, multisystem disease, characterised by recurrent pulmonary infections and nutritional deficiencies [9]. The course of CF progression is denoted by exacerbations which can cause increased coughing, increased energy expenditure with a reduced body mass index (BMI) and declining pulmonary function [35]. As a result, people with CF (PWCF) may avoid or limit physical activity (PA) due to factors such as fatigue and shortness of breath resulting in progressive reductions in lung function, deficits in skeletal muscle aerobic and anaerobic capacity and muscle strength [50].
Source: Journal of Cystic Fibrosis - Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Source Type: research