Physical inactivity in treated asthmatic patients: A validated study using the Sensewear Armband

A. Bruno, C. G. Uasuf, G. Insalaco, M. Gjomarkaj, E. Pace (Palermo, Italy)

Source: Annual Congress 2010 - From rare towards common lung diseases: diagnostic and monitoring challenges
Session: From rare towards common lung diseases: diagnostic and monitoring challenges
Session type: Thematic Poster Session
Number: 4624
Disease area: Airway diseases

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