Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing in Children and Adolescents

Exercise testing has become an essential tool in the diagnosis and assessment of cardiovascular and pulmonary disease in children and adolescents. Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing in Children and Adolescents provides a comprehensive, evidence-based guide to the principles and practice of pediatric exercise testing, emphasizing the critical differences between testing children and adults. Authored by leading expert Thomas W. Rowland and supported by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and the North American Society for Pediatric Exercise Medicine (NASPEM), this book integrates current research with clinical expertise to support accurate, safe, and meaningful assessment of young patients. By addressing developmental, physiological, and psychosocial factors unique to pediatric populations, the text establishes a unified framework for clinical decision-making and advances the role of exercise testing in pediatric health care.

Key Features

• Evidence-based guidance tailored specifically to cardiopulmonary exercise testing in children and adolescents
• Clear differentiation between pediatric and adult exercise testing protocols
• Comprehensive coverage of pediatric exercise physiology, testing methodologies, and clinical applications
• Detailed discussion of cardiovascular, respiratory, and metabolic responses to exercise, including ECG, blood pressure, cardiac output, oxygen uptake, and pulmonary function
• Step-by-step protocols for diagnosis, evaluation, and clinical exercise testing
• Dedicated sections on special populations, including children with obesity, neuromuscular disorders, and intellectual disabilities
• Practical tools such as sample forms, checklists, and clinical sidebars addressing real-world considerations
• A unifying framework designed to support consistency, accuracy, and innovation in pediatric exercise testing