The interaction of pulsed electromagnetic fields (PEMF) with the human body may result in a variety of positive outcomes including analgesia, enhanced healing, chondroprotection, cognitive improvement and better quali...The interaction of pulsed electromagnetic fields (PEMF) with the human body may result in a variety of positive outcomes including analgesia, enhanced healing, chondroprotection, cognitive improvement and better quality of life. Previous human studies have also revealed the potential of PEMF to enhance muscle function and athletic performance. To further evaluate this potential, an open label pilot study was conducted with 19 competitive cyclists who repeatedly participated in 63 training routes. Cyclist performance was tracked before and during use of a novel and portable PEMF device that is worn as a wristband. Comparison of performance before and during use of the wristband revealed a significant association with improved muscle power. The odds ratio was 3.02 (P < 0.01) for experiencing increased muscle power while wearing the PEMF device. Among the cycling routes in which an increase was observed, the average increase in power was about 9.8%. The data suggests the novel PEMF technology may be a safe and effective therapeutic approach for improved physical performance and likely involves improved oxygen delivery due to reduced rouleaux (erythrocyte aggregation). These results warrant further investigation comprising larger studies and additional outcomes.展开更多
Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is a chronic, life-limiting with an average life expectancy of 05 years following the onset of the disease, with no curative treatments. These patients need palliative care and reha...Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is a chronic, life-limiting with an average life expectancy of 05 years following the onset of the disease, with no curative treatments. These patients need palliative care and rehabilitation is one of the methods that can be used to improve quality of life (QoL) among these patients. Yet the research conducted to assess benefits of pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) in terms of improving physical activity and QoL in IPF patients remains limited. Hence this study aims to evaluate the effect of a bespoke pulmonary rehabilitation programme, on the physical, physiological and psychological parameters and improvements of QoL among IPF patients. Eleven (11) subjects with IPF received 6 weeks of pulmonary rehabilitation. An interviewer administered quality of life questionnaire, six-minute walking test (6MWT), Incremental bicycle exercise tests were performed, and cardiac and respiratory parameters were assessed pre- and post-rehabilitation. The 6MWT was significantly increased following training (Pre 312.55<span "=""> </span>±<span "=""> </span>89.99;Post, 380.73 ±<span "=""> </span>59.60). A significant improvement was observed in overall QoL (2.226 ± 0.026), dyspnoea (<span style="color:#4F4F4F;">-</span>0.455<span "=""> </span>±<span "=""> </span>0.004) anxiety (<span "=""><span style="color:#4F4F4F;">-</span>2.070</span><span "=""> </span>±<span "=""> </span>0.038), depression (<span "=""><span style="color:#4F4F4F;">-</span>2.217</span><span "=""> </span>±<span "=""> </span><span "="">0.027) scores. No significant changes were found in the VO<sub>2</sub> max and other cardiopulmonary parameters, while non-significant improvement was seen in SpO<sub>2</sub> at peak exercise from 85.8 </span>- 86.5. Bespoke pulmonary rehabilitation program is beneficial in short term improvement of the functional exercise capacity, dyspnoea and QoL among IPF patients.展开更多
文摘The interaction of pulsed electromagnetic fields (PEMF) with the human body may result in a variety of positive outcomes including analgesia, enhanced healing, chondroprotection, cognitive improvement and better quality of life. Previous human studies have also revealed the potential of PEMF to enhance muscle function and athletic performance. To further evaluate this potential, an open label pilot study was conducted with 19 competitive cyclists who repeatedly participated in 63 training routes. Cyclist performance was tracked before and during use of a novel and portable PEMF device that is worn as a wristband. Comparison of performance before and during use of the wristband revealed a significant association with improved muscle power. The odds ratio was 3.02 (P < 0.01) for experiencing increased muscle power while wearing the PEMF device. Among the cycling routes in which an increase was observed, the average increase in power was about 9.8%. The data suggests the novel PEMF technology may be a safe and effective therapeutic approach for improved physical performance and likely involves improved oxygen delivery due to reduced rouleaux (erythrocyte aggregation). These results warrant further investigation comprising larger studies and additional outcomes.
文摘Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is a chronic, life-limiting with an average life expectancy of 05 years following the onset of the disease, with no curative treatments. These patients need palliative care and rehabilitation is one of the methods that can be used to improve quality of life (QoL) among these patients. Yet the research conducted to assess benefits of pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) in terms of improving physical activity and QoL in IPF patients remains limited. Hence this study aims to evaluate the effect of a bespoke pulmonary rehabilitation programme, on the physical, physiological and psychological parameters and improvements of QoL among IPF patients. Eleven (11) subjects with IPF received 6 weeks of pulmonary rehabilitation. An interviewer administered quality of life questionnaire, six-minute walking test (6MWT), Incremental bicycle exercise tests were performed, and cardiac and respiratory parameters were assessed pre- and post-rehabilitation. The 6MWT was significantly increased following training (Pre 312.55<span "=""> </span>±<span "=""> </span>89.99;Post, 380.73 ±<span "=""> </span>59.60). A significant improvement was observed in overall QoL (2.226 ± 0.026), dyspnoea (<span style="color:#4F4F4F;">-</span>0.455<span "=""> </span>±<span "=""> </span>0.004) anxiety (<span "=""><span style="color:#4F4F4F;">-</span>2.070</span><span "=""> </span>±<span "=""> </span>0.038), depression (<span "=""><span style="color:#4F4F4F;">-</span>2.217</span><span "=""> </span>±<span "=""> </span><span "="">0.027) scores. No significant changes were found in the VO<sub>2</sub> max and other cardiopulmonary parameters, while non-significant improvement was seen in SpO<sub>2</sub> at peak exercise from 85.8 </span>- 86.5. Bespoke pulmonary rehabilitation program is beneficial in short term improvement of the functional exercise capacity, dyspnoea and QoL among IPF patients.