With exercise, “people can do more with less shortness of breath,” says Dr. Carolyn Rochester, professor of medicine and director of Yale University’s COPD Program.

August 28, 2009 — The benefits of exercises to strengthen muscles in the upper arms, shoulders, and chest of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) extend beyond the upper ...

To learn more about water-based exercise, the benefits it offers and steps a patient with COPD should take before engaging in this type of exercise, Healio spoke with Raj Dasgupta, MD, FACP, FCCP ...

One-legged exercise may help COPD patients get fit By Reuters February 25, 200811:30 AM PSTUpdated February 25, 2008 ...

Exercise capacity and physical function improved in patients hospitalized for a COPD exacerbation with use of exercise training. Exercise training started early on in hospitalization was safe.

A new study offers encouraging news for older adults with chronic respiratory conditions who may struggle to access traditional gym-based rehabilitation programs. Researchers found that pulmonary ...

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NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Water workouts may trump land-based exercise for people with chronic lung disease and other health problems, according to a small study. Australian researchers found ...

COPD is the fourth leading cause of death worldwide and the sixth leading cause in America, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Cigarette smoking is the most significant ...

Lasting four to 12 weeks, these programs help you manage COPD through exercise, under the guidance of a team of experts. Rehab is covered by Medicare, most Medicaid plans, and many private policies.