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
Main Authors: Morris, N, Adams, L, Paratz, J, McKeough, Z, Walsh, J
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Dyspnea
Exercise
Physical fitness
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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.
ISSN:1073-449X
1535-4970