This trial randomized 61 pts to a program of endurance and strength training or no training beginning 5-7 weeks after lung resection for cancer and lasting 20 weeks. Compared to controls, treatment group patients demonstrated significant improvements in peak O2 uptake, DLCO, leg and arm strength, muscle mass, and QOL.
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High-intensity training following lung cancer surgery: a randomised controlled trial
Submitted by: Mark Ferguson
Source: Thorax
Source URL: http://thorax.bmj.com/content/70/3/244?etoc
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Author(s): E Edvardsen, OH Skjønsberg, I Holme, L Nordsletten, F Borchsenius, SA Anderssen
