Lung function and functional capacity in school age children

• Main Authors: Fabiana S da Silva Dias de Andrade (Author), Renato da Costa Teixeira (Author), Diego Alberto Araújo (Author), Thayrine Rocha Barbosa (Author), Fabianne de Jesus Dias de Sousa (Author), Rafael Vinícius Cruz (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Editora Champagnat.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Introduction: Six-minute walk test (TC6') and peak expiratory flow (PEF) can be influenced by variables like gender, age and body mass index (BMI). In the school context, these tests can identify losses caused by sedentary habits and/or manifestation of overweight/obesity. Nevertheless...