Comparative efficacy of single exercise interventions on pulmonary function and quality of life in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: a systematic review and network meta-analysis - Report - MDSpire
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Comparative efficacy of single exercise interventions on pulmonary function and quality of life in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: a systematic review and network meta-analysis
Clinical Report: Efficacy Comparison of Individual Exercise Interventions on Lung Function and Quality of Life in COPD Patients
Overview
This systematic review and network meta-analysis evaluated the efficacy of various single exercise interventions on lung function and quality of life in COPD patients. Water-based Liuzijue was found to significantly improve pulmonary function, while Yijinjing was most effective in enhancing quality of life.
Background
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide, necessitating effective management strategies. Exercise interventions are a critical component of pulmonary rehabilitation, which aims to improve lung function and quality of life. Understanding the comparative effectiveness of different exercise modalities can inform individualized rehabilitation strategies for patients with COPD.
Data Highlights
Intervention
Outcome
Mean Difference (MD)
95% Confidence Interval (CI)
SUCRA
Water-based Liuzijue
FEV1%pred
9.51
3.23 to 15.78
88.4%
Yijinjing
COPD Assessment Test (CAT) scores
-8.37
-12.83 to -3.91
95.9%
Key Findings
Water-based Liuzijue was the most effective intervention for improving FEV1%pred.
Yijinjing demonstrated the greatest reduction in COPD Assessment Test (CAT) scores.
A total of 77 randomized controlled trials (RCTs) with 5,831 participants were included in the analysis.
The results should be interpreted with caution due to the limited number of studies on water-based Liuzijue and Yijinjing.
Further high-quality RCTs are needed to validate these findings.
Clinical Implications
Clinicians should consider incorporating water-based Liuzijue and Yijinjing into individualized rehabilitation plans for COPD patients. These interventions may offer significant benefits for pulmonary function and quality of life, respectively.
Conclusion
The findings highlight the potential of specific exercise interventions in managing COPD, emphasizing the need for further research to confirm these results.
