Role of increasing the aerobic capacity on improving the function of immune and respiratory systems in patients with coronavirus (COVID-19): A review
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Background and aims: COVID-19 is a public world crisis, however, it is a self-limited infection. In COVID19, the strength of immune and respiratory systems is a critical element. Thus, this review was conducted
to demonstrate the short and long term effects of increasing the aerobic capacity on increasing the
function and strength of immune and respiratory systems, particularly those essential for overcoming
COVID-19 infections and associated disorders.
Methods: This review was carried out by searching in Web of Science, Scopus, EBSCO, Medline databases.
The search was conducted over clinical trials and literature and systematic reviews on the effects of
increasing the aerobic capacity on the function and strength of specific immune and respiratory elements
essential for overcoming COVID-19 infections.
Results: This review found that increasing the aerobic capacity could produce short-term safe improvements in the function of immune and respiratory systems, particularly those specific for COVID-19
infections. This could be mainly produced through three mechanisms. Firstly, it could improve immunity
by increasing the level and function of immune cells and immunoglobulins, regulating CRP levels, and
decreasing anxiety and depression. Secondly, it could improve respiratory system functions by acting as
an antibiotic, antioxidant, and antimycotic, restoring normal lung tissue elasticity and strength. Lastly, it
could act as a protective barrier to decrease COVID-19 risk factors, which helps to decrease the incidence
and progression of COVID-19.
Conclusion: This review summarizes that increasing the aerobic capacity is recommended because it has
potential of improving immune and respiratory functions which would help counter COVID-19.
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