Significance of Pulmonary function
Pulmonary function refers to how well the lungs work, which includes their ability to exchange air and oxygen effectively. It can be assessed through various tests like spirometry that measure airflow and lung capacity. Both Ayurveda and scientific studies emphasize the importance of breathing exercises, such as pranayama and Surya Namaskar, in improving pulmonary function. These practices not only help enhance physical health but can also alleviate treatment-induced respiratory issues and factors affecting lung health in diverse populations.
Synonyms: Lung function, Respiratory function, Lung capacity, Breathing capacity, Ventilatory function
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Hindu concept of 'Pulmonary function'
Pulmonary function in Hinduism emphasizes the importance of specific Pranayama techniques and exercises like Surya Namaskar, which enhance lung capacity and oxygenation, benefiting both physical and mental health, particularly in children.
(1) This refers to the performance of the lungs, which can be affected by various breathing exercises.[1] (2) This is a comparative effect of slow and fast pranayama on this function, as described in the text.[2] (3) These can be improved by the practice of Surya Namaskar, which helps in improving the physical and mental health of children.[3] (4) Specific Pranayama techniques can improve this and oxygenation, providing relief from treatment-induced respiratory issues, as explained in the provided text.[4] (5) This is a measure of the lungs' ability to exchange air, assessed through tests like spirometry, which measure the volume of air against time, and also includes the peak expiratory flow rate.[5]
The concept of Pulmonary function in scientific sources
Pulmonary function encompasses the efficiency and effectiveness of the lungs in air intake and gas exchange, measured through various tests, and is influenced by factors like exercise, environment, and medical conditions, as highlighted in the study.
(1) This refers to the efficiency of the lungs and respiratory system, including how well they take in and release air, which can be assessed through tests.[6] (2) This refers to the performance of the lungs, and its impairment is discussed in relation to HIV and tuberculosis, suggesting a connection between respiratory health and these conditions.[7] (3) This is commonly used to determine severity, functional impairment, and disease progression in individuals with muscle weakness.[8] (4) This specific aspect is characterized within a publication that examines patients aged 10-18 years old, specifically those diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy.[9] (5) The study assessed this aspect in patients with a specific health issue, as part of the overall evaluation.[10]
(1) This phrase refers to the assessment of how well the lungs work, which is critical for determining the overall respiratory health of an individual.[11] (2) This relates to the assessment of how well the lungs work, specifically measured in this research to determine any associations with HIV infection or antiretroviral treatment.[12] (3) This refers to the performance of the lungs, which is measured using tests like spirometry to assess the forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV1) and the ratio of FEV1/forced vital capacity (FVC).[13] (4) The efficiency of the lungs in performing their functions, which the researchers acknowledged could be further investigated by including lung function testing.[14] (5) This physiological process can be reduced, and the study aimed to identify the predictive factors for its impairment within a specific population, as detailed in the provided document.[15]
(1) From the present investigation, it can be concluded that the pulmonary function of the university students of Kolkata, India, is within the normal range.[16] (2) The ability of the lungs to take in and release air, assessed using digital spirometry to evaluate the effects of the intervention.[17] (3) The measurement of how well the lungs are working, which involves various parameters such as forced vital capacity (FVC), forced expiratory volume (FEV1), and peak expiratory flow (PEF), reported to be lower in dust-exposed street sweepers.[18] (4) The ability of the lungs to take in air and facilitate gas exchange, mentioned in the text as being affected in individuals exposed to gasoline vapors.[19] (5) The capacity of the lungs to take in air and deliver oxygen, which was measured in this study through PEFR.[20]
(1) This refers to how well the lungs are working, and tests measuring this are a practical and objective way of monitoring the severity of lung disease.[21] (2) Pulmonary function is affected by strenuous exercise, which elicits a number of pathophysiological responses in the respiratory system, and also is affected by exercise-induced bronchoconstriction, observed in patients with no personal or familial asthmatic history.[22] (3) This refers to the overall function of the lungs and respiratory system, which can be assessed through various tests to evaluate the patient's ability to breathe effectively.[23] (4) This is a major goal of treatment, which involves maintaining the health of the lungs.[24]
(1) This was assessed in the study, revealing that the values of lung function indices were significantly lower in cotton dust exposed workers, indicating an impact on their respiratory health.[25] (2) This refers to the overall performance of the lungs, and the study explores how factors such as exposure to dust can impact this function in coal mining workers.[26]
(1) This is how well the lungs work, and the consumption of fresh fruit has been related to this, both cross-sectionally and longitudinally.[27]