The Effects of IMT on Physical Activity and Quality of Life in LTx Candidates

Inspiratory Muscle Training was performed with an exercise tool (Powerbreath®) with a resistance range of 0-90. The training intensity was started with 30% of the Maximum Inspiratory Pressure (MIP) value obtained as a result of the mouth pressure measurement, training was progressively increased from 30% to 60% considering that they were terminal-stage pulmonary disease patients. Patients were asked to perform IMT for 15 minutes, twice a day, 7 days a week, for 3 months.

"Aerobic training:The aerobic exercise program consists of treadmill walking, cycle ergometer and arm ergometer training. Group exercises were performed in sets of 15 minutes each with three exercise modalities.~Strength training:It is recommended that resistance targets are set at loads equivalent to 20 to 40% of a 1-repetition maximum (1RM) maneuver and performed between 8 to 12 repetitions for 1 to 2 sets per session.~Home exercise programme:The program included breathing exercises (local expansion exercises, diaphragmatic breathing and pursed lip breathing), free walking, upper and lower extremity strengthening exercises with Thera-Band"