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Effects of Moderate-Intensity Aerobic Exercise on Clinical Symptoms and Physiological Outcomes in Young Adults with
Kanphatson Kerdkaew1,2, Phisut Rattanathamma3, Wannaporn Tongtako4
1Department of Sport and Exercise Science, School of Medicine, Walailak University, Nakhon Si Thammarat 80160, Thailand.
Summary
Moderate-intensity aerobic exercise significantly improved nasal airflow and reduced allergic rhinitis symptoms in young adults. This non-pharmacological approach also enhanced pulmonary function and cardiorespiratory parameters, suggesting a valuable complementary treatment.
Area of Science:
- Immunology
- Exercise Physiology
- Respiratory Medicine
Background:
- Allergic Rhinitis (AR) is an IgE-mediated inflammatory condition impacting quality of life and systemic health.
- AR inflammation can extend to the lower airways, aligning with the 'one airway, one disease' concept.
- Current management often relies on pharmacological interventions, with a need for non-pharmacological adjuncts.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the effects of an 8-week moderate-intensity aerobic exercise (MOA) program on young adults with persistent AR.
- To assess the impact of MOA on clinical symptoms, nasal airflow, airway inflammation, pulmonary function, and cardiorespiratory parameters.
- To evaluate MOA as a potential non-pharmacological supportive therapy for AR.
Main Methods:
- Randomized controlled trial with 18 participants diagnosed with persistent AR.
- Participants discontinued relevant medications prior to and during the study.
- Intervention group (n=9) performed MOA (treadmill walking/jogging) 3x/week for 8 weeks; control group (n=9) maintained usual activities.
- Assessments included clinical symptoms, peak nasal inspiratory flow, exhaled nitric oxide, pulmonary function, and cardiorespiratory measures at baseline, week 4, and week 8.
Main Results:
- The MOA group showed significant reductions in nasal congestion, itching, sneezing, and rhinorrhea compared to baseline and controls.
- Nasal airflow increased, and airway inflammation markers (fractional exhaled nitric oxide) decreased in the MOA group.
- Improvements were observed in pulmonary function indices and cardiorespiratory parameters following the exercise intervention.
Conclusions:
- Moderate-intensity aerobic exercise demonstrates efficacy in alleviating AR symptoms and improving nasal airflow.
- Exercise positively impacts airway inflammation, pulmonary function, and cardiorespiratory health in individuals with persistent AR.
- MOA may serve as a beneficial non-pharmacological adjunct to conventional treatments for managing AR in young adults.
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