Effect of neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) as an adjunct to an exercise training program (EXT) in patients with severe COPD

F. Gigliotti, M. Ballini, M. G. Bertolini, R. Bianchi, I. Romagnoli, M. Grazzini, R. Carrai, G. Scano (Pozzolatico, Firenze, Italy)

Source: Annual Congress 2004 - Muscle biology and rehabilitation
Session: Muscle biology and rehabilitation
Session type: Oral Presentation
Number: 1681
Disease area: Airway diseases

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