Table 2. Respiratory muscle strength and lung function of study participants six months after COVID-19 infection. Fortaleza (CE), 2022.
| Respiratory muscle strength | Achieved (mean ± SD) | Expected % (mean ± SD) |
|---|---|---|
| MIP (cm/H2O) | 84.14 ± 49.37 | 97.41 ± 34.67 |
| MEP (cm/H2O) | 89.44 ± 29.49 | 66.86 ± 22.97 |
| Lung Function | Achieved (mean ± SD) | Expected % (mean ± SD) |
| FVC (L) | 3.40 ± 0.95 | 88.87 ± 17.20 |
| FEV1 (L) | 2.70 ± 0.92 | 86.03 ± 22.01 |
| PEF (L/min) | 4.57 ± 2.25 | 62.71 ± 25.04 |
SD: Standard Deviation; MIP: Maximum Inspiratory Pressure; MEP: Maximum Expiratory Pressure; FVC: Forced Vital Capacity; FEV1: Forced Expiratory Volume in the first second; PEF: Peak Expiratory Flow.