Shooting the wheeze: continuous warm-up may keep asthma away

Article Abstract:

Fifteen minutes of moderate, continuous exercise preceding more strenuous exercise such as running or aerobics seems to reduce the likelihood of an asthma attack during the more strenuous exercise. Warming up may function to reduce the level of bronchi-constricting chemicals.

Physiological aspects, Exercise, Exercise physiology

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Ease the wheeze: self-management reduces asthma attacks

Article Abstract:

Indications are that asthma victims who are taught a system of self-management can improve their lives, take fewer trips to the hospital, take fewer days off from work, and even reduce the rate of asthma deaths. Self-management involves learning when to adjust medications.

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Rub out asthma; can massage help in managing asthma?

Article Abstract:

Research indicates that weekly upper-body massage may help asthmatics find relief from symptoms such as chest tightness, wheezing and fatigue. It is not clear whether the massage or attention from a supportive person provides the benefits.

Health aspects, Methods, Massage, Stress management

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