Research Article

Acute Effects Using Light-Emitting Diode Therapy (LEDT) for Muscle Function during Isometric Exercise in Asthma Patients: A Pilot Study

Table 1

Anthropometric, demographic, and clinical.

Asthmatic Individuals
n=(11)

Age (years)38.81 ± 11.34
Gender (M/F)1/10
Heigth (m)1.62 ± 0.08
Weigth (Kg)69.22 ± 12.17
BMI (Kg/m2)26.29 ± 4.84
FCV (%)75.55 ± 20.06
FEV1 (%predict)71.44 ± 17.86
Muscle Mass (%)63.81 ± 13.05
Fat Mass (%)34.27 ± 11.83
MIVC (Kg)25.20 ± 11.15
60% MIVC (Kg)14.19 ± 6.24

ACQ1.55 [1.17- 2.75]
(IPAQ), ()
Inactive-
Moderate Active9.09%
Very active90.90%
Medication ()
long duration β-2 agonists100%

Data reported as mean ± standard deviation or median (interquartile intervals). Legend: BMI = body mass index; LBW = lean body weight; FEV1= forced expiratory volume in the first second; ACQ = Asthma Control Questionnaire; IPAQ= International Physical Activity Questionnaire (according to the IPAQ classification).