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COPD and exercise
1Seton Medical Center, Daly City, California, CA 94015, USA.
Lippincott'S Primary Care Practice
|January 12, 1999
Abstract:
Optimal function and symptom control are primary management objectives for persons with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Exercise plays an important role in meeting these challenging treatment goals. This article presents factors that limit endurance for persons with COPD, broad exercise goals, elements of appropriate exercise prescription, and various options that lead to successful outcomes.