scholarly journals P381 Efficacy of a portable oxygen concentrator in the promotion of physical activity and the quality of life in a group of patients with cystic fibrosis: pilot study

2019 ◽  
Vol 18 ◽  
pp. S165
Author(s):  
L. Graziano ◽  
D. Asciutti ◽  
D. Savi ◽  
M. Rivolta ◽  
I. Turinese ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Cystic Fibrosis ◽  
Pilot Study ◽  
Promotion Of Physical Activity ◽  
Oxygen Concentrator ◽  
Portable Oxygen

scholarly journals The Effect of Coaching on Physical Activity and Quality of Life in Children and Adolescents with Cystic Fibrosis: A Quality Improvement Pilot Study

2010 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anne Swisher ◽  
Kathryn Moffett
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Cystic Fibrosis ◽  
Pilot Study ◽  
Children And Adolescents ◽  
Life Questionnaire ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Small Pilot Study ◽  
Phone Calls

Purpose: Physical activity is well known to improve or maintain exercise capacity and overall health in patients with cystic fibrosis (CF). However, many patients do not meet recommended guidelines for physical activity. The purpose of this study was to determine if individualized, targeted coaching could improve the levels of physical activity and quality of life in children and adolescents with CF. Subjects: Twelve children with CF, ages 7 to 17, participated in this study.Method: Each participant completed a physical activity questionnaire (PAQ) and a disease-specific quality of life questionnaire (CFQ) at baseline and three months later. The participants were given pedometers and a 10,000 step per day target. Participants also participated in discussions regarding ways to increase physical activity appropriate for their interest, abilities and age. Weekly follow-up phone calls were made to obtain pedometer counts and discuss physical activities performed. Results: Physical activity scores (PAQ) improved in 6 of 12 participants. Quality of life improved in many dimensions of the CFQ, particularly in vitality (3 of 5 improved); emotional (8 of 12 improved) and respiratory (7 of 12 improved). Conclusions: The results of this small pilot study suggest that an individualized coaching approach to physical activity in children and adolescents with CF may improve physical activity levels and improve important aspects of quality of life in some children with CF.

scholarly journals Acceptability, Feasibility and Preliminary Evaluation of a Novel, Personalised, Home-Based Physical Activity Intervention for Chronic Heart Failure (Active-at-Home-HF): a Pilot Study

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nduka C. Okwose ◽  
Leah Avery ◽  
Nicola O’Brien ◽  
Sophie Cassidy ◽  
Sarah J. Charman ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Heart Failure ◽  
Pilot Study ◽  
Chronic Heart Failure ◽  
Physical Activity Intervention ◽  
Step Count ◽  
Home Based ◽  
At Home

Abstract Purpose Less than 10% of heart failure patients in the UK participate in cardiac rehabilitation programmes. The present pilot study evaluated feasibility, acceptability and physiological effects of a novel, personalised, home-based physical activity intervention in chronic heart failure. Methods Twenty patients (68 ± 7 years old, 20% females) with stable chronic heart failure due to reduced left ventricular ejection fraction (31 ± 8 %) participated in a single-group, pilot study assessing the feasibility and acceptability of a 12-week personalised home-based physical activity intervention aiming to increase daily number of steps by 2000 from baseline (Active-at-Home-HF). Patients completed cardiopulmonary exercise testing with non-invasive gas exchange and haemodynamic measurements and quality of life questionnaire pre- and post-intervention. Patients were supported weekly via telephone and average weekly step count data collected using pedometers. Results Forty-three patients were screened and 20 recruited into the study. Seventeen patients (85%) completed the intervention, and 15 (75%) achieved the target step count. Average step count per day increased significantly from baseline to 3 weeks by 2546 (5108 ± 3064 to 7654 ± 3849, P = 0.03, n = 17) and was maintained until week 12 (9022 ± 3942). Following completion of the intervention, no adverse events were recorded and quality of life improved by 4 points (26 ± 18 vs. 22 ± 19). Peak exercise stroke volume increased by 19% (127 ± 34 vs. 151 ± 34 m/beat, P = 0.05), while cardiac index increased by 12% (6.8 ± 1.5 vs. 7.6 ± 2.0 L/min/m2, P = 0.19). Workload and oxygen consumption at anaerobic threshold also increased by 16% (49 ± 16 vs. 59 ± 14 watts, P = 0.01) and 10% (11.5 ± 2.9 vs. 12.8 ± 2.2 ml/kg/min, P = 0.39). Conclusion The Active-at-Home-HF intervention is feasible, acceptable and effective for increasing physical activity in CHF. It may lead to improvements in quality of life, exercise tolerance and haemodynamic function. Trial Registration www.clinicaltrials.gov NCT0367727. Retrospectively registered on 17 September 2018.

Physical Activity and Sedentary Behavior in Adults With Cystic Fibrosis: Association With Aerobic Capacity, Lung Function, Sleep, Well-Being, and Quality of Life

2021 ◽  
pp. respcare.09270
Author(s):  
Máire Curran ◽  
Audrey C Tierney ◽  
Brenda Button ◽  
Louise Collins ◽  
Lauren Kennedy ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Cystic Fibrosis ◽  
Lung Function ◽  
Sedentary Behavior ◽  
Aerobic Capacity ◽  
Well Being

scholarly journals Active Video Game Program for People with Type 2 Diabetes- a Pilot Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (22) ◽  
pp. 11046
Author(s):  
Han-Hung Huang ◽  
Brianna Gathright ◽  
Rachel Holik ◽  
Hannah Iverson ◽  
Emily Saville ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Type 2 Diabetes ◽  
Pilot Study ◽  
Video Game ◽  
World Health ◽  
Active Video Game ◽  
Active Video

The objective of this study was to assess the effects of an active video game (AVG) program in physiological parameters, fitness levels, motivation to physical activity, and quality of life on people with type 2 diabetes (T2D). Eight T2D patients participated in the 8-week AVG program using Xbox Kinect and/or Nintendo Wii. Heart rate (HR) and rating of perceived exertion (RPE) were monitored during exercise. Physiological and fitness assessment included hemoglobin A1C (HbA1c), HR, blood pressure (BP), body mass index, body composition, aerobic and muscular endurance, muscular strength, and flexibility. Psychological outcome measures included the Physical Activity Measure-Revised (MPAM-R), Situational Motivation Scale (SIMS), and World Health Organization Quality of Life (WHOQOL)-BREF. Participants demonstrated a moderate level of exercise intensity during AVG based on average HR and RPE. HbA1c, BP, and lower extremity muscle strength were improved, but were not statistically significant. The changes on psychological assessment were not significant. However, most participants demonstrated positive behavior and attitudes toward health and physical activity at one-month follow-up. This pilot study demonstrated that the AVG program might be an effective and alternative way of exercise for people with T2D. A future RCT is warranted to determine the physical and psychological effects of AVG on T2D population.

AB017. Associations between physical activity and quality of life in children and adolescents with cystic fibrosis

2018 ◽  
Vol 1 ◽  
pp. AB017-AB017
Author(s):  
Jorge Lizandra ◽  
Alexandra Valencia-Peris ◽  
Amparo Escribano ◽  
Silvia Castillo ◽  
Elena Lopez-Cañada ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Cystic Fibrosis ◽  
Children And Adolescents

scholarly journals Comparison of intradialytic versus home-based exercise programs on physical functioning, physical activity level, adherence, and health-related quality of life: pilot study

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Lucía Ortega-Pérez de Villar ◽  
Francisco José Martínez-Olmos ◽  
Francisco de Borja Pérez-Domínguez ◽  
Vicent Benavent-Caballer ◽  
Francisco Javier Montañez-Aguilera ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Pilot Study ◽  
Physical Activity Level ◽  
Activity Level ◽  
Health Related Quality ◽  
Home Based ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Health Related

Feasibility of Pedometer Use to Assess Physical Activity and Its Relationship With Quality of Life in Children With Epilepsy: A Pilot Study

2013 ◽  
Vol 49 (5) ◽  
pp. 370-373 ◽  
Author(s):  
Robyn Whitney ◽  
Heather Bhan ◽  
Nicholas Persadie ◽  
David Streiner ◽  
Steven Bray ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Physical Activity ◽  
Pilot Study
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