Overview
This study aimed to compare respiratory function, exercise capacity, and intercostal muscle oxygenation in healthy smokers and non-smokers.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria (Smokers):
- According to the World Health Organization and ICD smoking addiction criteria, consuming at least one cigarette every day for the last year
- Volunteering to participate in research
- Able to walk and cooperate
Exclusion Criteria (Smokers):
- Having any cardiopulmonary disease
- Having a musculoskeletal problem that could affect the tests
- Failure to comply with tests
Inclusion Criteria (Non-smokers):
- According to the World Health Organization and ICD smoking addiction criteria, having never smoked or not having smoked in the last year
- Volunteering to participate in research
- Able to walk and cooperate
Exclusion Criteria (Non-smokers):
- Having any cardiopulmonary disease
- Having a musculoskeletal problem that could affect the tests
- Failure to comply with tests