Laboratory measurement of posture allocation and physical activity in children

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A study is conducted to validate the combined use of inclinometers and accelerometers to measure body posture and movement in prepubescent children in a laboratory setting. Results show that sedentary behavior can be measured using two inclinometers instead of four, and that this monitoring system could be useful for measuring energy expenditure, body posture, and physical activity in children.

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Physical activity and its determinants in severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

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The levels and determinants of physical activity practice in severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patients are assessed. One third of the severe COPD patients are reported with a level of physical activity lower than the equivalent to walking less than 15 minutes.

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Cycling efficiency is not compromised for moderate exercise in moderately severe COPD

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The study provides evidence that energy requirements of the internal work of cycling or sitting silently are not enhanced in patients suffering from severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which reinforces the importance of exercise in the rehabilitation process.

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