Coronaphobia and physical activity level in patients with non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis during COVID-19 pandemic

Conclusions: We found reduced moderate-intensity physical activity level and impaired quality of life in patients with non-CF bronchiectasis. Patients with non-CF bronchiectasis and healthy individuals had a similar level of COVID-19 phobia. Physical activity counseling and telerehabilitation can gain importance to improve affected outcomes during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Source: European Respiratory Journal - November 25, 2021 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Firat, M., Vardar-Yagli, N., Cakmak, A., Saglam, M., Calik-Kutukcu, E., Inal-Ince, D., Coplu, L. Tags: Physiotherapists Source Type: research