The influence of inspiratory muscle training combined with the Pilates method on lung function in elderly women: A randomized controlled trial

The influence of inspiratory muscle training combined with the Pilates method on lung function in elderly women: A randomized controlled trial

OBJECTIVE: Aging is progressive, and its effects on the respiratory system include changes in the composition of the connective tissues of the lung that influence thoracic and lung compliance. The Powerbreathe® K5 is a device used for inspiratory muscle training with resistance adapted to the level...

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Main Authors: Guilherme Medeiros de Alvarenga, Simone Arando Charkovski, Larissa Kelin dos Santos, Mayara Alves Barbosa da Silva, Guilherme Oliveira Tomaz, Humberto Remigio Gamba
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Faculdade de Medicina / USP 2018-06-01
Series:Clinics
Subjects:
Physical Therapy
Elderly
Inspiratory Muscle Training
Pulmonary Function
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