Pulmonary Rehab Exercise Training: The Basics and Beyond

Presented by: Kim Eppen, PT, PhD, FAACVPR

1.25 AACVPR CEUs

This session, recorded as a component of the 2023 Annual Meeting, will provide an overview of current evidence-based exercise training prescription guidelines, recommendations, and clinical considerations for traditional pulmonary rehab exercise. In addition, exercise prescription and training considerations beyond the basics will be discussed. The intent is to provide clinically relevant information and guidance for both the new and experienced pulmonary rehab clinician that can be directly applied into their clinical practice.

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify exercise-related limitations and causes for exercise limitations in people with pulmonary conditions. 

2. Review evidence-based guidelines and/or recommendations for guiding traditional pulmonary rehab exercise testing, prescription, and training.

3. Describe potential benefits from exercise training in pulmonary patients and considerations to optimize outcomes.

4. Discuss clinical considerations for applying exercise strategies to diversified pulmonary patients.

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