Why do COPD patients improve six minute walking distance (6MWD) with the use of a rollator?

V. S. Probst, I. Coosemans, F. Pitta, M. A. Spruit, T. Troosters, M. Decramer, R. Gosselink (Leuven, Belgium)

Source: Annual Congress 2003 - Physiotherapy in assessment measurement and management of acute and chronic respiratory disorders
Disease area: Airway diseases

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