Beyond pulmonary rehabilitation: can the PICk UP programme fill the gap? A randomised trial in COPD

INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES: Pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) is a fundamental intervention to manage COPD, however, maintaining its benefits is challenging. Engaging in physical activity might help to prolong PR benefits. This study assessed the efficacy and effectiveness of a personalised community-based physical activity programme to sustain physical activity and other health-related PR benefits, in people with COPD. MATERIALS AND METHODS: This …