Effect of Threshold Inspiratory Muscle Training on Functional Fitness and Respiratory Muscle Strength Compared to Incentive Spirometry in Children and Adolescents With Obesity: A Randomized Controlled Trial

BackgroundTo determine the effect of threshold inspiratory muscle training (IMT) on functional fitness and respiratory muscle strength (RMS) compared to incentive spirometry (IS) in children/adolescents with obesity.MethodsA total of 60 obese children/adolescents aged 8–15 years were randomized into...

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Main Authors: Phatthareeda Kaeotawee, Kanokporn Udomittipong, Akarin Nimmannit, Prakarn Tovichien, Apinya Palamit, Pawinee Charoensitisup, Khunphon Mahoran
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2022-07-01
Series:Frontiers in Pediatrics
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fped.2022.942076/full