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The impact of exercise on asthma
1Division of Allergy/Immunology and Pulmonary Medicine, Duke Children's Hospital and Health Center, Durham, North Carolina, USA.
Current Opinion in Allergy and Clinical Immunology
|January 3, 2019
Summary
Routine exercise is safe and beneficial for individuals with asthma, potentially improving symptoms and quality of life. Despite concerns about exercise-induced asthma, regular physical activity can enhance overall well-being.
Area of Science:
- Pulmonary Medicine
- Exercise Physiology
- Pediatric and Adult Asthma Management
Background:
- Asthma is a prevalent chronic respiratory condition affecting millions globally.
- Poor asthma control leads to significant morbidity, including missed school/work and emergency visits.
- Exercise is often perceived as an asthma trigger, leading to avoidance behaviors.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review current research on the impact of routine exercise on asthma control.
- To examine how exercise influences asthma symptoms, lung function, and quality of life.
- To evaluate the safety and efficacy of exercise interventions in asthma management.
Main Methods:
- Systematic reviews and meta-analyses were evaluated.
- Research focused on both pediatric and adult populations with asthma.
- Studies assessed outcomes such as aerobic fitness, asthma symptoms, lung function, and quality of life.
Main Results:
- Routine exercise is generally safe for individuals with asthma.
- Exercise demonstrates consistent benefits for aerobic fitness, asthma symptoms, and quality of life.
- Evidence for exercise improving lung function and airway hyperresponsiveness is less consistent.
Conclusions:
- Clinicians should encourage routine exercise for patients with asthma.
- Exercise offers general health advantages and potential improvements in asthma control.
- Integrating exercise into asthma management plans is recommended alongside standard guidelines.
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