Clinical rehabilitation
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Clinical rehabilitation · Feb 2009
Randomized Controlled TrialEffects of pulmonary rehabilitation on fatigue, functional status and health perceptions in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: a randomized controlled trial.
To test the effects of pulmonary rehabilitation on fatigue, functional status and health perceptions in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. ⋯ Although the pulmonary rehabilitation programme had an immediate effect, it was not sustained.
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Clinical rehabilitation · Feb 2009
Randomized Controlled TrialAn exploratory cluster randomized controlled trial of group exercise on mobility and depression in care home residents.
To investigate the feasibility, acceptability and potential efficacy of group exercise for residents in care homes. ⋯ Group exercise can be delivered to care home residents with reduced mobility but it is not suitable for residents with severe cognitive impairment. An estimated sample size of 240 participants would be required to detect a clinically significant difference in the Rivermead Mobility Index with 90% power.