The role of Aerobic Exercise in Bronchial Asthma: A review

Anshu Anshu; Saloni  Malik; Pintu kumar Mahto; Shilpa  Prajapati

doi:10.46797/ijacm.v3i2.341

Anshu Ph.D. Scholar, Pulmonary Medicine department, (AIIMS Rishikesh, 249203) https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1186-9276
Saloni Malik Ph.D. Scholar, Pulmonary Medicine department, (AIIMS Rishikesh, 249203) https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4069-1320
Pintu kumar Mahto Ph.D. scholar, University of Patanjali, Haridwar, Uttarakhand https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6195-6386
Shilpa Prajapati Ph.D. Scholar, department of Yoga science, (JJT university Rajasthan, 333026)

DOI https://doi.org/10.46797/ijacm.v3i2.341

Abstract

Purpose of review: Asthma occurs as one of the most prevalent chronic disorders among children and adults in developed nations. Poor asthma control persists despite international treatment guidelines, resulting in frequent school and job absences, emergency room visits, and hospitalizations. Numerous asthmatic patients cite exercise as an asthma trigger, which likely results in exercise avoidance as a strategy of symptom control. Emerging evidence suggests that regular aerobic exercise may assist improve certain elements of asthma control. This article reviews on the effects of regular aerobic exercise on significant asthma-related outcomes, including symptoms, lung function, and quality of life.

Recent findings: Many Randomized Control Trial, systematic reviews and meta-analysis in recent years have found that regular exercise is safe for children and adults with asthma. Asthma symptoms and quality of life appear to benefit with aerobic exercise, although gains in lung function and airway hyper responsiveness have been less consistent.

Summary: Our review showed that frequent continuous moderate intensity aerobic exercise improved asthma symptoms and quality of life. Swimming or treadmill exercises are good possibilities.

Keywords: Aerobic Exercise, Physical Activity, Asthma, Pulmonary function

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