Effect of physical activity on pulmonary function and quality of life in asthma patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis

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Physical activity significantly improves FEV1% predicted and quality of life in asthma patients, according to a meta-analysis of 22 randomized controlled trials.
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The study found no significant moderators for pulmonary function outcomes based on intervention duration, frequency, or type.
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Certainty of evidence for improvements in FEV1% predicted was low, and very low for FVC% predicted and quality of life measures due to risk of bias.
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The review highlights the need for standardized reporting of pulmonary function outcomes in future asthma trials to address inconsistencies.
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Physical activity serves as a promising non-pharmacological intervention for asthma management, enhancing treatment adherence across various age groups.

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