Physical rehabilitation treatment in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patient: evidence from the 6-minute walk test
Year: 2024
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Background: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic respiratory condition significantly impacting the patient's quality of life. Shortness of breath, dizziness, weakness, and instability are the most inconvenient symptoms that progressively affect the patient, limiting their daily activities due to worsening respiratory symptoms. Case presentation: In this article, we report on a 63-year-old male patient with COPD who underwent multimodal rehabilitation regimens under supervision for a month. Outcome measurements after pulmonary rehabilitation included the 6-minute walk test, Borg scale, and the COPD assessment test (CAT) to evaluate the impact on the patient's health status. Medical rehabilitation aims to improve lung function, enhance physical activity, and alleviate respiratory symptoms. Conclusion: A medical rehabilitation program for a patient with COPD helps enhance physical activity, alleviate respiratory symptoms, and improve the patient's quality of life.
Source: Intisari Sains Medis
Authors: Bernard Harry Santoso, Febriani Valentina, Ferius Soewito, Siti Chandra Widjanantie
Institution: University of Indonesia
Language: English
Subfield: Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4414836722
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