The clinical respiratory journal
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Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study
Impact of different nasal masks on CPAP therapy for obstructive sleep apnea: a randomized comparative trial.
Patient interface is important for the success of continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), but few trials have examined the influence of mask choice on CPAP adherence. ⋯ This study highlights differences between nasal masks for CPAP delivery and shows that initial mask selection can influence adherence and healthcare utilization during CPAP.
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Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study
Arm strength training improves activities of daily living and occupational performance in patients with COPD.
Arm strength training may improve functional performance for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). This trial investigated the effects of arm strength training on arm exercise capacity, activities of daily living (ADL) and occupational performance in patients with COPD. ⋯ Arm strength training increases peripheral muscle strength, arm exercise capacity, ADL performance and patients' ADL performance satisfaction. Training decreases dyspnea and arm fatigue perception during supported arm exercises, and dyspnea perception during ADL. Arm strength training is a reliable and feasible treatment for COPD patients.