National Pulmonary Rehabilitation Survey Update

Bickford, Lia S.; Hodgkin, John E.; McInturff, Susan L.

doi:10.1097/00008483-199511000-00002

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“…Contributing factors may include programme duration and location, both of which may influence subsequent compliance. Programmes that reported extended benefits [30,31] continued for 6 months in contrast with the usual programme duration of several weeks [20,21]. In a study by TROOSTERS et al [31], outpatients trained for 6 months experienced improvements in walking distance and in quality of life that exceeded the minimal clinically-important difference 18 months postprogramme.…”

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The effect of postrehabilitation programmes among individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Brooks¹,

Krip²,

Mangovski-Alzamora³

et al. 2002

European Respiratory Journal

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The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of two postrehabilitation programmes on functional exercise tolerance and health-related quality of life in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).Subjects with COPD (n=109) were randomised to receive either enhanced follow-up (EF) or conventional follow-up (CF). Subjects in the EF group attended a monthly support group and received a telephone call from a staff member at the midpoint (2 weeks) between their visits. Both groups had scheduled appointments with a physical therapist and physician at 3-monthly intervals after discharge.Longitudinal data were recorded in 85 subjects (37 EF and 48 CF). Over the course of the study, there was no difference in distance walked in 6 min between the two groups but a significant difference for time and a group-time interaction. There was no difference in total chronic respiratory disease questionnaire score between groups at baseline or at any time interval despite a significant difference with time.There was a clear deterioration in functional exercise capacity and health-related quality of life after completion of respiratory rehabilitation but no difference between the groups.

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“…Programmes vary in their postrehabilitation follow-up [20,21] including regular visits to the rehabilitation centre, graduated discharge with decreasing visits over several months and self-help groups. Information evaluating approaches to programme adherence is very limited.…”

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The effect of postrehabilitation programmes among individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Brooks¹,

Krip²,

Mangovski-Alzamora³

et al. 2002

European Respiratory Journal

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“…In Northern Ireland, pulmonary rehabilitation programs predominately provide for patients with COPD and this is consistent with other surveys. [8][9][10] Pulmonary rehabilitation seems to be less accessible to other patient populations such as pulmonary fibrosis, asthma, bronchiectasis, perhaps because of limited resources, less evidence of benefit, and a lack of awareness with regard to the contribution of exercise to the management of other respiratory diseases. Given the prevalence of COPD and the population of each of the health boards, it is likely that large areas of the province (particularly in the west of the province) are without local access to pulmonary rehabilitation.…”

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“…The mean maximum number of patients that could attend each session was 12 (3), range [8][9][10][11][12][13][14][15][16][17][18][19]. 17/23 (74%) programs invited carers/partners/spouses to attend the exercise sessions; only 1/23 (4%) program stated that the carers/partners/spouses generally attended the exercise sessions.…”

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“…2,3,6,7 International surveys provide information relating to pulmonary rehabilitation practice, but limited information on the existence of a pathway for referral to follow-on services including maintenance programs or support networks after the short-term pulmonary rehabilitation programs. [8][9][10] In March 2006, 'A Strategic Framework for Respiratory Conditions in Northern Ireland' was published, which recommended a clear pathway through pulmonary rehabilitation and follow-on services. 7 The document also recommended a change in emphasis from secondary care to primary care or communitybased pulmonary rehabilitation, the development of links with for example local leisure centers to assist with the provision of ongoing exercise and links and information on the support networks for patients with respiratory disease.…”

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Pulmonary rehabilitation and follow-on services: a Northern Ireland survey

O’Neill¹,

Elborn

MacMahon

et al. 2008

Chron Respir Dis

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There should be a clear pathway through pulmonary rehabilitation and follow-on services. The aim of this survey was to determine the characteristics of the different components of the patient pathway, that is, pulmonary rehabilitation programs, ongoing exercise facilities, and support networks in Northern Ireland. Questionnaires were sent to current providers of pulmonary rehabilitation, providers of ongoing exercise, and support groups in Northern Ireland. Findings relating to the current status of pulmonary rehabilitation in Northern Ireland up to January 2007 are reported. There are currently 23 pulmonary rehabilitation programs in Northern Ireland. There appears to be a pathway through the short-term pulmonary rehabilitation program (6–8 weeks). Programs met standards for structure and format, except for the frequency of supervised exercise. Not all programs have links for the provision of ongoing exercise, but a range of exercise programs are available in leisure centers in Northern Ireland that include people with respiratory disease. There are 13 support groups for patients with respiratory disease in Northern Ireland and their function is diverse. Pulmonary rehabilitation is established in Northern Ireland, although not all patients are able to access these. Facilities for ongoing exercise and support groups are less developed. Improvements could be facilitated by better communication within the patient pathway and a strategic coordinated approach.

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Pulmonary Issues Related to Cardiac Rehabilitation

MacIntyre

2007

Cardiac Rehabilitation

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National Pulmonary Rehabilitation Survey Update

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The effect of postrehabilitation programmes among individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

The effect of postrehabilitation programmes among individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Pulmonary rehabilitation and follow-on services: a Northern Ireland survey

Pulmonary Issues Related to Cardiac Rehabilitation

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