Cystic Fibrosis: Stay Active with Exercises

A gold standard document will be created with the help of World leading experts who have joined the forces for people living with cystic fibrosis. The Exeter Activity Unlimited Statement is a 24-statement evidence-driven document designed to assist health professionals in determining the right activity and exercise plan to suit the individual needs of people living with cystic fibrosis.

Cystic Fibrosis is an inherited condition caused by a faulty gene that affects the entry and exit of salt and water in cells. It results in the accumulation of sticky mucus in the lungs and digestive system, leading to a range of challenging symptoms.

While there is no cure for cystic fibrosis, a wide range of treatments including physical activity and exercise are recommended to manage the condition. Approximately 11,000 people are living with Cystic Fibrosis in the UK and approximately 100,000 people worldwide.

The promotion of physical activity for people with complex medical conditions is not usual, although evidence shows it to be effective in disease management.

Exercise and Physical Activity Considerations with Cystic Fibrosis

This consensus integrates the physiological, psychological, and social benefits of being physically active to support clinical teams and help people with cystic fibrosis lead a life unlimited.

The Exeter Activity Unlimited Statement, published in Chronic Respiratory Disease, consists of recommendations and guidelines which are specific to exercise and complement other aspects of disease management.

Research has shown that there is a lack of confidence and understanding in how to utilize exercise for the management of cystic fibrosis, therefore, they hope that these resources can provide an easy-to-use method to plug that knowledge gap.

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Despite advances in understanding and treatment, living with cystic fibrosis is still a challenge. Exercise is part of a significant and varied burden of care that can include many different tablets, nebulized medication, and physiotherapy.

This research is really important in highlighting what we do and do not currently know about the relationship between cystic fibrosis and exercise.

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Researchers hope it will become a ‘one-stop shop’ of information on physical activity in cystic fibrosis for professionals and people with CF they support.

The Physical Activity SRC brought together physiologists, psychologists, and sports scientists to understand how physical activity can more effectively be prescribed for people with cystic fibrosis.



Source-Medindia