Lawrence P. Cahalin
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View article: A qualitative exploration of the factors influencing physical activity engagement among Black individuals with heart failure in South Florida
A qualitative exploration of the factors influencing physical activity engagement among Black individuals with heart failure in South Florida Open
Healthcare providers should strive for adequate patient literacy about heart failure, and educate on the importance of physical activity, ensuring the appropriate level of instruction is provided so that Black individuals with heart failur…
View article: ASSOBRAFIR clinical practice guidelines in respiratory physical therapy: Exercise-based interventions in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
ASSOBRAFIR clinical practice guidelines in respiratory physical therapy: Exercise-based interventions in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) Open
View article: Long-Term Efficacy of Novel and Traditional Home-Based, Remote Inspiratory Muscle Training in COPD: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Long-Term Efficacy of Novel and Traditional Home-Based, Remote Inspiratory Muscle Training in COPD: A Randomized Controlled Trial Open
Background: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a progressive condition leading to declining lung function, dyspnea, and reduced quality of life. Pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) remains a cornerstone in COPD management; however, …
View article: Recovery from COVID-19: a 12-month follow-up study on cardiorespiratory fitness and pulmonary function
Recovery from COVID-19: a 12-month follow-up study on cardiorespiratory fitness and pulmonary function Open
Introduction and aim Long COVID, characterized by persistent symptoms after acute infection, poses a major public health challenge. Understanding its long-term effects is crucial, particularly in relation to cardiorespiratory recovery. Thi…
View article: Assessment of Inspiratory Muscle Function and Glenohumeral Motion in the Throwing Arm of Division I Collegiate Baseball Players
Assessment of Inspiratory Muscle Function and Glenohumeral Motion in the Throwing Arm of Division I Collegiate Baseball Players Open
This study investigated the relationships between inspiratory performance (IP) and glenohumeral rotation in Division 1 Collegiate baseball players (D1CBP). Thirty D1CBP were recruited. The Test of Incremental Respiratory Endurance (TIRE) p…
View article: Assessment of Inspiratory Muscle Function and Glenohumeral Motion in the Throwing Arm of Division I Collegiate Baseball Players
Assessment of Inspiratory Muscle Function and Glenohumeral Motion in the Throwing Arm of Division I Collegiate Baseball Players Open
This study examined the relationships of inspiratory performance (IP) to characteristics of Division 1 Collegiate baseball players (D1CBP). 30 D1CBP were recruited. The Test of Incremental Respiratory Endurance (TIRE) provides maximal insp…
View article: Impact of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation on Patients with Heart Failure Reduced Ejection Fraction and Preserved Ejection Fraction
Impact of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation on Patients with Heart Failure Reduced Ejection Fraction and Preserved Ejection Fraction Open
Background/Objectives: The prevalence of heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) is expected to surpass that of heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF), yet it remains under-researched. Compared to HFrEF, patien…
View article: Home-Based Inspiratory Muscle Training as Stand-Alone Therapy in COPD: A Randomized Sham-Controlled Trial Assessing Novel and Established Training Methods
Home-Based Inspiratory Muscle Training as Stand-Alone Therapy in COPD: A Randomized Sham-Controlled Trial Assessing Novel and Established Training Methods Open
This randomized controlled trial evaluated the effectiveness of two home-based, stand-alone inspiratory muscle training (IMT) modalities - inspiratory flow-resistive loading with biofeedback (IRFL) and mechanical threshold loading (MTL) - …
View article: Improving cardiorespiratory fitness and quality of life among heart failure patients: A comparative study of circuit resistance training and myofascial release techniques
Improving cardiorespiratory fitness and quality of life among heart failure patients: A comparative study of circuit resistance training and myofascial release techniques Open
Background Heart failure (HF) imposes limitations due to severe dyspnea and fatigue, which are often linked to diminished exercise tolerance, potentially influenced by compromised microvascular density, blood flow, and muscle strength. Myo…
View article: Inspiratory Muscle Performance Is Significantly Related to Acceleration and Deceleration of Isokinetic Knee Extension and Flexion in Division 1 Collegiate Women Soccer Players: A Pilot Study
Inspiratory Muscle Performance Is Significantly Related to Acceleration and Deceleration of Isokinetic Knee Extension and Flexion in Division 1 Collegiate Women Soccer Players: A Pilot Study Open
This study examines the relationship between inspiratory muscle performance (IMP) using the Test of Incremental Respiratory Endurance (TIRE), knee extension (EXT) and flexion (FLEX) acceleration (ACCEL) and deceleration (DECEL) times on an…
View article: Physical Activity and Executive Functioning in Children and Adolescents with Congenital Heart Defects: A Scoping Review
Physical Activity and Executive Functioning in Children and Adolescents with Congenital Heart Defects: A Scoping Review Open
Children and adolescents (C&As) with congenital heart defects (CHDs) have decreased functional capacity and executive functioning (EF) due to brain abnormalities and decreased cerebral perfusion. Exercise may improve EF via increased cogni…
View article: Differential impacts of body composition on oxygen kinetics and exercise tolerance of HFrEF and HFpEF patients
Differential impacts of body composition on oxygen kinetics and exercise tolerance of HFrEF and HFpEF patients Open
View article: The role of maximal inspiratory pressure on functional performance in adults with heart failure
The role of maximal inspiratory pressure on functional performance in adults with heart failure Open
Background Exercise intolerance is common among adults with heart failure (HF) and is a strong prognostic indicator. We examined maximal inspiratory pressure (MIP) as an indicator of maximal and submaximal exercise capacity in older HF pat…
View article: Physical Activity and Executive Functioning in Children and Adolescents with Congenital Heart Defects: A Scoping Review
Physical Activity and Executive Functioning in Children and Adolescents with Congenital Heart Defects: A Scoping Review Open
Children and adolescents (C&A) with congenital heart defects (CHD) have decreased functional capacity and executive functioning (EF) due to brain abnormalities and decreased oxygen saturation. Exercise may improve EF via increased cogn…
View article: Comparing physical therapist clinical specialists to experienced nonspecialists on physical activity education for patients with heart failure: A modified retrospective cohort study
Comparing physical therapist clinical specialists to experienced nonspecialists on physical activity education for patients with heart failure: A modified retrospective cohort study Open
Background and Aims The purpose of this study was to compare the knowledge and practices of specialist and experienced nonspecialist physical therapists in performing patient education about physical activity with patients with heart failu…
View article: Evaluation of the pulmonary and muscle oxygen kinetics in heart failure patients with reduced and preserved ejection fraction
Evaluation of the pulmonary and muscle oxygen kinetics in heart failure patients with reduced and preserved ejection fraction Open
Introduction Possible differences in the oxygen supply and the dynamics may impact the exercise's response between heart failure (HF) with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) and preserved (HFpEF), mainly due to body composition differences.…
View article: Diaphragm thickness and mobility elicited by two different modalities of inspiratory muscle loading in heart failure participants: A randomized crossover study
Diaphragm thickness and mobility elicited by two different modalities of inspiratory muscle loading in heart failure participants: A randomized crossover study Open
Objectives To analyze diaphragmatic thickness, at end-inspiration and end-expiration, diaphragmatic thickening index and mobility via US under two different modalities of inspiratory muscle loading, in two different modalities of inspirato…
View article: Evaluating the Impact of Flossing Band Integration in Conventional Physiotherapy for Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
Evaluating the Impact of Flossing Band Integration in Conventional Physiotherapy for Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome Open
Background/Objectives: Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS) is prevalent among physically active individuals, highlighting the need for innovative treatment strategies beyond conventional physiotherapy. This study investigates the effective…
View article: Inspiratory muscle training for diaphragmatic dysfunction: A case series
Inspiratory muscle training for diaphragmatic dysfunction: A case series Open
View article: Effects of Home-Based Training with Internet Telehealth Guidance in COPD Patients Entering Pulmonary Rehabilitation: A Systematic Review
Effects of Home-Based Training with Internet Telehealth Guidance in COPD Patients Entering Pulmonary Rehabilitation: A Systematic Review Open
Telerehabilitation in COPD patients is a safe therapy approach that increases and maintains functional exercise capacity and quality of life, making it an equivalent option to conventional outpatient rehabilitation. However, there is curre…
View article: Determinants of exercise adherence in sedentary middle-aged and older adults
Determinants of exercise adherence in sedentary middle-aged and older adults Open
Regular exercise is known to positively impact neurocognitive health, particularly in aging individuals. However, low adherence, particularly among older adults, hinders the adoption of exercise routines. While neuroplasticity mechanisms l…
View article: Hemoglobin, maximal heart rate and work capacity, as well as time to exhaustion are significantly improved with combined hypoxia and aerobic exercise training in healthy adults: a meta-analysis
Hemoglobin, maximal heart rate and work capacity, as well as time to exhaustion are significantly improved with combined hypoxia and aerobic exercise training in healthy adults: a meta-analysis Open
Funding Acknowledgements Type of funding sources: None. Background/Introduction Hypoxic conditions have been used for a variety of reasons and have been implemented in multiple ways in an attempt to improve physiologic performance. Hypoxic…
View article: Impact of structural-level environmental interventions on physical activity: a systematic review
Impact of structural-level environmental interventions on physical activity: a systematic review Open
Objective To determine the effectiveness of structural-level environmental interventions on the changes in PA levels in the populations examined. Methods Natural experiments that involve environmental intervention with structural modificat…
View article: Participant factors and baseline pain manifestations as predictors of pain outcomes following telehealth group-based pain management programs
Participant factors and baseline pain manifestations as predictors of pain outcomes following telehealth group-based pain management programs Open
Objectives: Telehealth pain management has become instrumental in managing patents with chronic pain (CP) since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Little is known, however, about which patient’s best respond to these telehealth interventi…
View article: Telehealth Group-Based Pain Management Programs Using the Therapeutic Alliance and Group Dynamics as Key Predictor Variables
Telehealth Group-Based Pain Management Programs Using the Therapeutic Alliance and Group Dynamics as Key Predictor Variables Open
Introduction Telehealth pain management has become instrumental in managing patients with chronic pain (CP) since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. The primary aim of this study was to investigate whether various covert therapeutic varia…
View article: Inspiratory Muscle and Functional Performance of Patients Entering Cardiac Rehabilitation after Cardiac Valve Replacement
Inspiratory Muscle and Functional Performance of Patients Entering Cardiac Rehabilitation after Cardiac Valve Replacement Open
Limited research has examined inspiratory muscle performance (IMP) and functional performance (FP) of patients after valve replacement surgery (VRS). The purpose of this study was to examine IMP as well as several measures of FP in patient…
View article: Telehealth Group-Based Pain Management Programs: Pre-Intervention Readiness to Change Maladaptive Pain Behaviors
Telehealth Group-Based Pain Management Programs: Pre-Intervention Readiness to Change Maladaptive Pain Behaviors Open
Objectives: Telehealth platforms have become a crucial part of healthcare since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. The primary aim of this cohort study was to investigate pain outcomes, following telehealth group-based pain management pro…
View article: Impact of environmental interventions based on social programs on physical activity levels: A systematic review
Impact of environmental interventions based on social programs on physical activity levels: A systematic review Open
Background The design of social programs at the environmental level such as in schools, parks, bicycle paths, or workspaces generates changes in the behavior of individuals and modifies lifestyles by increasing physical activity (PA) level…
View article: A temporal examination of inspiratory muscle strength and endurance in hospitalized COVID-19 patients
A temporal examination of inspiratory muscle strength and endurance in hospitalized COVID-19 patients Open
View article: A Secondary Analysis of Short- and Long-Term Variability of Inspiratory Muscle Performance in People Living With SCI
A Secondary Analysis of Short- and Long-Term Variability of Inspiratory Muscle Performance in People Living With SCI Open
Objectives To explore the expected variability in repeated short-term (ST) and long-term (LT) inspiratory muscle performance (IMP) in individuals with chronic spinal cord injury (SCI). Methods Maximal inspiratory pressure (MIP), sustained …