Virtual reality for COPD exacerbation: A randomized controlled trial.

Background: Pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) is an effective treatment method for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). However, individuals with chronic diseases that require lifelong treatment and experience exacerbations need motivational methods.

Objectives: The aim of this study was to examine the effects of virtual reality on symptoms, daily living activity, functional capacity, anxiety and depression levels in COPD exacerbation.

The effects of face masks on cardiopulmonary capacity in healthy young individuals.

Background: Due to the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic that affected the world in a short time, face masks were recommended by all authorities and started to be used widely. Few studies have reported the effects of face masks on cardiopulmonary capacity. In this critical period, there is a need to contribute to the literature to clarify the effects of face masks.