CET + IMT – modest benefit compared with CET alone

What is it about?

Cycle ergometer training (CET) and inspiratory muscle training (IMT) – the two pulmonary rehabilitation methods have been shown to benefit patients with COPD. But the additional benefit of IMT when given as an adjunct to CET remains unclear.

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Why is it important?

CET + IMT offers modest benefit compared with cycle ergometer alone except in increasing inspiratory muscle strength. Combined training may not bring additional effects in patients with weakened inspiratory muscles. Nutritional status had slight impact on pulmonary rehabilitation.