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C72 PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND EXERCISE CAPACITY: Is Achieving The Minimally Important Increase In The Six Minute Walk Test Essential For A Training Effect?
Introduction/Aim: The six minute walk test (6MWT) is a clinical tool widely used for evaluating functional exercise capacity. Conclusion: These data demonstrate the benefit of using all the data obtained from the 6MWT to evaluate the overall response to PR. Individuals who may not show a clinical im...
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Published in: | American journal of respiratory and critical care medicine 2017-01, Vol.195 |
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Main Authors: | , , , , |
Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Summary: | Introduction/Aim: The six minute walk test (6MWT) is a clinical tool widely used for evaluating functional exercise capacity. Conclusion: These data demonstrate the benefit of using all the data obtained from the 6MWT to evaluate the overall response to PR. Individuals who may not show a clinical improvement in 6MWD may be less breathless during the 6MWT suggesting an improved response to exercise. |
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ISSN: | 1073-449X 1535-4970 |