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[Bronchial asthma and sports]
1Thurgauisch-Schaffhausische Höhenklinik, Davos Platz.
Schweizerische Rundschau Fur Medizin Praxis = Revue Suisse De Medecine Praxis
|November 3, 1992
Summary
Exercise-induced asthma (EIA) is a common condition triggered by physical activity. This review covers EIA
Area of Science:
- Pulmonology
- Exercise Physiology
Context:
- Exercise-induced asthma (EIA) is a frequent clinical manifestation in individuals with bronchial asthma.
- Physical activity can precipitate acute asthmatic attacks in a majority of asthmatics.
Purpose:
- To summarize the clinical presentation, pathogenesis, and diagnostic methods for exercise-induced asthma.
- To explore pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment options for EIA.
- To redefine and assess the potential and constraints of sports therapy in asthma management.
Summary:
- EIA is likely caused by bronchial hyperreactivity, with pathogenic triggers including changes in bronchial osmolarity, heat loss from hyperventilation, and the physical activity itself.
- The review details diagnostic approaches and therapeutic strategies, encompassing both medication and non-pharmacological interventions.
- The efficacy and limitations of sports therapy as a treatment modality for asthma are critically examined.
Impact:
- Provides a comprehensive overview of exercise-induced asthma for clinicians and researchers.
- Offers insights into optimizing the management of asthma in physically active individuals.
- Redefines the role of sports therapy in the comprehensive treatment plan for asthma patients.