A5002195406- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Research
- Cardiovascular and exercise physiology
- Respiratory Support and Mechanisms
- Heart Rate Variability and Autonomic Control
- Asthma and respiratory diseases
- Balance, Gait, and Falls Prevention
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea Research
- Delphi Technique in Research
- Interstitial Lung Diseases and Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Nutrition and Health in Aging
- Sports Performance and Training
- Neuroscience of respiration and sleep
- Physical Activity and Health
- Cardiovascular Effects of Exercise
- Health and Well-being Studies
- Injury Epidemiology and Prevention
- Muscle activation and electromyography studies
- Pulmonary Hypertension Research and Treatments
- Health disparities and outcomes
- Health and Wellbeing Research
- Innovative Teaching Methods
- Dermatoglyphics and Human Traits
- Phonocardiography and Auscultation Techniques
- Leaf Properties and Growth Measurement
- Motor Control and Adaptation
West Park Healthcare Centre
2014-2023
University of Toronto
1991-2014
University of Leicester
2014
Evans Analytical Group (United States)
2013
Toronto Western Hospital
2002
Mount Sinai Hospital
1989-1997
Wellesley Institute
1993
York University
1991
<h3>Rationale</h3> The SenseWear armband (SAB) is designed to measure energy expenditure (EE). In people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), EE estimated using the SAB (EE<sub>SAB</sub>) a popular outcome measure. However, detailed analysis of measurement properties in COPD lacking. <h3>Objective</h3> To examine sensitivity EE<sub>SAB</sub>, agreement between EE<sub>SAB</sub> and measured via indirect calorimetry (EE<sub>IC</sub>), its repeatability COPD. <h3>Methods</h3> 26...
ABSTRACT Background and objective: Field laboratory‐based tests are used to measure exercise capacity in people with COPD. A comparison of the cardiorespiratory responses field tests, referenced a laboratory test, is needed appreciate relative physiological demands. We sought compare peak submaximal 6‐min walk incremental shuttle test endurance ramp cycle ergometer (CET) patients Methods: Twenty‐four participants (FEV 1 50 ± 14%; 66.5 7.7 years; 15 men) completed four sessions, separated by...
In patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), partitioned exercise training using one-legged cycling leads to greater improvements in peak oxygen uptake than conventional two-legged cycling.We evaluated the feasibility of incorporating as principal aerobic modality for rehabilitation COPD.Physiotherapists underwent four teaching sessions about principles and practical implementation training. Patients enrolled a program 6-8 weeks which three times per week was activity....
To correctly interpret clinical measurements it is necessary to understand the standard deviation and error; former reflects range or variability of individuals within a sample latter precision for which group parameters have been estimated. When evaluating an individual patient, test measurement properties such as repeatability will assist in concluding whether repeated test, measured monitor response intervention, has changed beyond its natural variability. Using “best” inherent bias...
Background and objectives. The 6-minute walk test (6MWT) is used to measure exercise capacity after stroke. We sought compare cardiorespiratory responses during the 6MWT with a ramp cycle ergometer (CET) in community-dwelling individuals A secondary objective was determine relationship between each daily physical activity. Methods. Participants completed 3 evaluation sessions. CET were conducted 2 separate sessions at least 72 hours apart. wore portable gas analysis unit (Cosmed K4b2), which...
A COPD Foundation working group sought to identify measures of exercise endurance, a meaningful aspect physical functioning in everyday life among patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) that is not fully accepted regulatory decision making, hampering drug development.