Effects of Respiratory Muscle Training on Physiological and Psychological Aspects of Dyspnea Perception and Exercise Tolerance in Patients with COPD KU Leuven
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a highly prevalent chronic health condition leading to increased disability, morbidity and mortality. COPD is a treatable and preventable disease but the significant health care costs related to the medical treatment of the condition constitute a global financial burden (1, 2). Dyspnea or breathlessness is the main symptom in many COPD patients and contributes to limitations in daily activities ...