Respir Physiol Neurobiol April 2012 PMID 22326638

Absence of consequential changes in physiological, thermal and subjective responses from wearing a surgical mask.

Raymond J Roberge, Jung-Hyun Kim, Stacey M Benson

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Overall, the group demonstrates a supportive stance with many referencing studies that confirm minimal physiological impact from mask use, using words like 'show' and 'prove,' which convey confidence. The tone is analytical, with participants examining various scientific results, reflecting moderate engagement and interest, while acknowledging the potential influence on public health debates.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions concur that wearing a surgical mask during exercise doesn't result in significant physiological or subjective changes, supporting the original publication's findings.

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Many posters actively seek out and reference multiple studies, indicating a high level of engagement and curiosity about the topic.

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Participants analyze methodology, discourse on CO2 effects, and debate the health implications, showing moderate to deep engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions highlight the scientific consensus that masks aren't harmful during exercise, suggesting a modest but meaningful influence on public perception and understanding.

Abstract in brief

  • Wearing a surgical mask during 1-hour treadmill exercise slightly increased heart rate, respiratory rate, and transcutaneous CO2 levels, but did not cause significant physiological stress.
  • The mask caused a small decrease in facial skin temperature that was not clinically meaningful, while skin under the mask warmed slightly due to deadspace heat, with perceptions of heat being mostly neutral or slightly hot.
  • Overall, using a surgical mask during low to moderate exercise does not lead to significant physiological changes or discomfort related to heat or exertion.]

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fuchikoma1977
@fuchikoma1977 · X

『21℃環境下の歩行相当(5.5METs)の1時間連続運動』の実験系において、不織布マスク被覆部の温度上昇は2℃未満(1.76℃)であった。心拍数、呼吸数、経皮二酸化炭素分圧は上昇したが深部温の上昇はなかった。(doi: 10.1016/j.resp.2012.01.010)

Jun 4, 2022 · 35 likes · 8 shares · 7,501 followers View post →
Ole N.
@Ole_N_ · X

@DieMoira @marga_owski Hier übrigens nochmal eine Studie, die explizit zeigt, dass das nicht der Fall ist. Und das bei Belastung auf der Tretmühle: https://t.co/L4FfPrXuoZ

Jul 6, 2020 · 19 likes · 70 followers View post →
Dr. Tad
@tak53381102 · X

実際の論文がこれhttps://t.co/qX9eqkkkso マスクとマスクなしで左の心拍数、呼吸数で差があるのがわかる。(図) これがイコール熱中症と直結はしないかもしれないが熱中症につながる代用指標であるとは言えるだろう。 https://t.co/2oBNx9fA7w

Jun 5, 2020 · 9 likes · 3 shares · 33,665 followers View post →
Vicki Allen Crabb
@crabb_vicki · X

May we assume you didn't read any of the studies? The authors claim at least two studies (one not peer-reviewed) and the other that concluded there were no physiological effects. https://t.co/aNQLHjz8oB It appears someone doesn't know how to appraise the literature. https://t.co/NxViLgkmBt

Sep 15, 2021 · 4 likes · 5,535 followers View post →
Cyclingowl
@Cyclingowl1 · X

@JonBonMarche @Stat_O_Guy Regularly cycle with a buff over my nose and mouth in colc weather. Your point is? https://t.co/dz64PrgqBq

Dec 20, 2020 · 2 likes · 106 followers View post →
EARLの医学&AIノート
@EARL_med_tw · X

@digidigidaisy @a_i53u 検索能力がないのは君だねえ。マスクで熱中症は増えない。素人に論文検索は無理だよ https://t.co/f2sdTmyeaq https://t.co/wUkEiRgnXR

Aug 7, 2023 · 1 like · 149,656 followers View post →

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pakapaka
@pakapak01723452 · X

@FJ0VnVixtktTtO3 @MiyuMotohashi そいういうのって、ただ書いてあるだけでしょ? だから、私は論文が辿れるものを貼ったんだよね。 因みに、こちらね。 https://t.co/SRKJLxX5fC

Jul 23, 2024 · 1 like · 340 followers View post →
Bob Morris, MD, PhD
@rdmorris · X

@soundreece You should actually dig into these papers. Here's a reference from what you posted: https://t.co/Y35kkKfOvI

Apr 27, 2024 · 3,384 followers View post →
EARLの医学&AIノート
@EARL_med_tw · X

@digidigidaisy @a_i53u それなら君はこれまでのコロナの言葉に責任が持てるんだね?さんざっぱりやらかしてるツイートしてるようだが、ど素人だけど当然責任持ってるんだよね?コロナ後遺症関連のいろんな事例、君に振っていい? https://t.co/f2sdTmyeaq https://t.co/wUkEiRgnXR

Aug 9, 2023 · 1 like · 149,656 followers View post →
EARLの医学&AIノート
@EARL_med_tw · X

@digidigidaisy @a_i53u 検索能力がないのは君だねえ。マスクで熱中症は増えない。素人に論文検索は無理だよ https://t.co/f2sdTmyeaq https://t.co/wUkEiRgnXR

Aug 7, 2023 · 1 like · 149,656 followers View post →
005up
@005up · X

2020年の厚労省HP掲載と同時期に公開された、日本救急医学会の熱中症予防に関する提言にも同様の記載あり 根拠となっている論文はこちらのよう Absence of consequential changes in physiological, thermal and subjective responses from wearing a surgical mask (2012) https://t.co/3nKXcL7sUF https://t.co/WFEVePxx3W

Nov 7, 2022 · 533 followers View post →
米太郎
@kanzaki2021 · X

@APGlwHEXm6CUjLA @mph_for_doctors https://t.co/AeyTdKvvk0 ほらよ。 手術用マスクですら1時間程度の運動なら体温の変化は殆どないってさ。

Jun 29, 2022 · 1 like · 102 followers View post →
nobnak
@nobuyuki_nakata · X

RT @fuchikoma1977: 『21℃環境下の歩行相当(5.5METs)の1時間連続運動』の実験系において、不織布マスク被覆部の温度上昇は2℃未満(1.76℃)であった。心拍数、呼吸数、経皮二酸化炭素分圧は上昇したが深部温の上昇はなかった。(doi: 10.1016/j…

Jun 5, 2022 · 8 shares · 98 followers View post →
Miho Ono
@littlefield2903 · X

RT @fuchikoma1977: 『21℃環境下の歩行相当(5.5METs)の1時間連続運動』の実験系において、不織布マスク被覆部の温度上昇は2℃未満(1.76℃)であった。心拍数、呼吸数、経皮二酸化炭素分圧は上昇したが深部温の上昇はなかった。(doi: 10.1016/j…

Jun 4, 2022 · 8 shares · 1,172 followers View post →
やっぱ田舎のじじ医じゃ内科
@yappakarauri · X

RT @fuchikoma1977: 『21℃環境下の歩行相当(5.5METs)の1時間連続運動』の実験系において、不織布マスク被覆部の温度上昇は2℃未満(1.76℃)であった。心拍数、呼吸数、経皮二酸化炭素分圧は上昇したが深部温の上昇はなかった。(doi: 10.1016/j…

Jun 4, 2022 · 8 shares · 1,038 followers View post →
密 を 避 け 手 を 洗 う Canyon
@Canyon_Type_R · X

RT @fuchikoma1977: 『21℃環境下の歩行相当(5.5METs)の1時間連続運動』の実験系において、不織布マスク被覆部の温度上昇は2℃未満(1.76℃)であった。心拍数、呼吸数、経皮二酸化炭素分圧は上昇したが深部温の上昇はなかった。(doi: 10.1016/j…

Jun 4, 2022 · 8 shares · 334 followers View post →
DEKU NO BOY
@memories_to_go · X

RT @fuchikoma1977: 『21℃環境下の歩行相当(5.5METs)の1時間連続運動』の実験系において、不織布マスク被覆部の温度上昇は2℃未満(1.76℃)であった。心拍数、呼吸数、経皮二酸化炭素分圧は上昇したが深部温の上昇はなかった。(doi: 10.1016/j…

Jun 4, 2022 · 8 shares · 234 followers View post →
nanzew@大和国
@nanzew · X

RT @fuchikoma1977: 『21℃環境下の歩行相当(5.5METs)の1時間連続運動』の実験系において、不織布マスク被覆部の温度上昇は2℃未満(1.76℃)であった。心拍数、呼吸数、経皮二酸化炭素分圧は上昇したが深部温の上昇はなかった。(doi: 10.1016/j…

Jun 4, 2022 · 8 shares · 119 followers View post →
救急医xやっくん
@ERxICU_yakkun · X

RT @fuchikoma1977: 『21℃環境下の歩行相当(5.5METs)の1時間連続運動』の実験系において、不織布マスク被覆部の温度上昇は2℃未満(1.76℃)であった。心拍数、呼吸数、経皮二酸化炭素分圧は上昇したが深部温の上昇はなかった。(doi: 10.1016/j…

Jun 4, 2022 · 8 shares · 39,609 followers View post →
fuchikoma1977
@fuchikoma1977 · X

『21℃環境下の歩行相当(5.5METs)の1時間連続運動』の実験系において、不織布マスク被覆部の温度上昇は2℃未満(1.76℃)であった。心拍数、呼吸数、経皮二酸化炭素分圧は上昇したが深部温の上昇はなかった。(doi: 10.1016/j.resp.2012.01.010)

Jun 4, 2022 · 35 likes · 8 shares · 7,501 followers View post →
blorp
@blorp53475444 · X

@TweetsByBritt @_PinochetsPilot https://t.co/VrAqeUAHXj

Dec 20, 2021 · 37 followers View post →
Random Dr.Agon
@Random_Dragon · X

@Tidus235 @NutriRebel @asmatic77 @PComentator @farmafilico @AlbertoAsesor @0Laseria @christianperez @drmiguelmarcos Y por tanto difícilmente puede considerarse "un riesgo" https://t.co/omygU0UhxI

Sep 24, 2021 · 747 followers View post →
Vicki Allen Crabb
@crabb_vicki · X

May we assume you didn't read any of the studies? The authors claim at least two studies (one not peer-reviewed) and the other that concluded there were no physiological effects. https://t.co/aNQLHjz8oB It appears someone doesn't know how to appraise the literature. https://t.co/NxViLgkmBt

Sep 15, 2021 · 4 likes · 5,535 followers View post →
Eve Switzer MD, FAAP
@kidoctr · X

@alumilynn @in_my_opinion76 One thing at a time there before you flitter over to your next straw man. CO2. You have yet to provide a study examining physiologic effects from CO2 in mask wearers. OTOH, I've provided 2 you've ignored: https://t.co/71zu2zhbgf https://t.co/qYE5pc8PKs

Apr 6, 2021 · 4,488 followers View post →
SweetChild ❎
@TweepChildoMine · X

@MariavTwillert @helpdeskert Deze recente studie toont ook aan dat t zuurstof/co2 gehalte gewoon normaal blijft bij het dragen v een mondkapje.... informeer jezelf goed voor je onzin verspreid!! https://t.co/6Y7kOtSi9D

Mar 22, 2021 · 2,168 followers View post →
Sinan Sen
@_SinanSen · X

Studien über das Maskentragen: https://t.co/9BORZHhr1D https://t.co/pBfBqH2ERy https://t.co/pBfBqH2ERy https://t.co/D8WHujwGdp https://t.co/Eq9poY9x15 https://t.co/xU4qeICw0O https://t.co/dxDZkpz6Gh #Corona #GenugIstGenug #Politikversagen #Endgame

Mar 19, 2021 · 113 followers View post →
Janine Paynter ⌛
@JaninePaynter · X

@MrSanePerson1 @Shane_L_G @_chloeswarbrick @SpeakerTrevor And the literature has this to say about masks causing low oxygen https://t.co/ZlE8wTv9UR

Feb 13, 2021 · 2,542 followers View post →
Punio
@PunioOsint · X

@chidoricha @fandom_sel @aragon_jb après je connais autre choses qui complique pas mal la respiration et peut provoquer des complications surtout si l'on as des problemes de santé a coté. Le Covid La mort aussi... c'est compliqué de respirer lorsque l'on est mort (lien pubmed? lien pubmed:https://t.co/HAvQAnxt4m)

Feb 2, 2021 · 1 like · 123 followers View post →
Terry Hickman
@Terry_Hickman · X

@always_shiplove @Zigmanfreud For example, this one: https://t.co/HrL8mjwqdm

Jan 17, 2021 · 67 followers View post →
Gabrie Hoogland
@gabriehoogland · X

@JohanHoogland1 @YouTube Johan, zoals altijd, voor elk onderzoeksresultaat (zoals de velen geciteerd in dit clipje), zijn er ook vele met precies tegenovergestelde conclusies. hier is er eentje . https://t.co/2U0U6n4Uqz

Dec 30, 2020 · 2 followers View post →
Cyclingowl
@Cyclingowl1 · X

@JonBonMarche @Stat_O_Guy Regularly cycle with a buff over my nose and mouth in colc weather. Your point is? https://t.co/dz64PrgqBq

Dec 20, 2020 · 2 likes · 106 followers View post →
Casper Ruizendaal
@cruizendaal · X

@zeg_maar_Niks @yvonnewitteman @MarjoVrij https://t.co/EgXfbymjiX

Nov 25, 2020 · 216 followers View post →
bubbel haren
@bubbel_haren · X

@Scheperrs @bdiederik @h_klokkengieter @Willem_Treur Punt 1 is niet waar: https://t.co/EUOTH8JGra

Nov 20, 2020 · 1 like · 213 followers View post →
CM
@CerveauMuscle · X

@Hall_Moo @ManouchkaBreizh Ah bon ? Des milliers d’études qui montrent que le port du masque entraine une hypoxie ? Pouvez-vous m’en sortir n’en serait ce qu’une? Pour ma part : https://t.co/Xt99bPShSV https://t.co/xF5YpgUFEE https://t.co/KyIalXH7Z1

Oct 26, 2020 · 1,521 followers View post →
CM
@CerveauMuscle · X

@Jaspe_rouge @ManouchkaBreizh Les masques n’entrainent pas d’hypoxie, stoppez ces bêtises https://t.co/Xt99bPShSV https://t.co/xF5YpgUFEE https://t.co/KyIalXH7Z1

Oct 25, 2020 · 1,521 followers View post →
CM
@CerveauMuscle · X

@Dzaster25 @ManouchkaBreizh https://t.co/B6E4ibDqqe https://t.co/yNrugEDaLL https://t.co/8ZjwrFlT1n

Oct 25, 2020 · 1,521 followers View post →
wolfalohalani
@wolfalohalani · X

@TrustJAAXA @ngatiskippy_mal @kylegriffin1 https://t.co/FEzDzQpC6l

Sep 23, 2020 · 1 like · 351 followers View post →
Elisetta
@elidacomasio · X

@CastorePrime @FrankDeOld @ScanziFederico Mamma mia che paura, uno studio preliminare la cui conclusione è che le mascherine POTREBBERO dare problemi! Però quest'altro mica lo cita, eh! https://t.co/WJl26ObDEW

Aug 17, 2020 · 3,725 followers View post →
Grant Hamilton MD
@GrantHamiltonMD · X

“Surgical mask use for 1h at a low-moderate work rate is not associated with clinically significant physiological impact or significant subjective perceptions of exertion or heat.” https://t.co/ryx1ipY8Aj #COVID19 #MaskUp

Jul 27, 2020 · 1 like · 317 followers View post →
Luke Eglington
@L_Eggo_ · X

@aronof370 @Kwallacepol https://t.co/mudVtcbCBX seems like nothing clinically relevant happens. PubMed literature seems to unanimously agree on this issue.

Jul 16, 2020 · 89 followers View post →
Shaheed
@SH_XCVI · X

@FIGunner @northbanklower https://t.co/oXIQJO3q35 https://t.co/KCqekmkxtN. The masks used by the public aren't able to cause Carbon Dioxide poisoning, otherwise Surgeons who wear masks for hours on end would be dropping on a daily basis https://t.co/PYKwgD4Izm

Jul 14, 2020 · 1 like · 213 followers View post →
Ross Tucker
@Scienceofsport · X

@runnerbhoy @karagoucher Here are a few: https://t.co/apdc4NtVPY https://t.co/sOxaerLoOk https://t.co/9C8Ge3EZH0 Last one is not in nurses, but is the one with the really big (240ml) mask with really high resistance, brings SpO2 down to 90%

Jul 6, 2020 · 1 like · 102,089 followers View post →
Ole N.
@Ole_N_ · X

@DieMoira @marga_owski Hier übrigens nochmal eine Studie, die explizit zeigt, dass das nicht der Fall ist. Und das bei Belastung auf der Tretmühle: https://t.co/L4FfPrXuoZ

Jul 6, 2020 · 19 likes · 70 followers View post →
Lesma sonhadora
@leticiacosta144 · X

@cariocarj23 @MarceloFreixo @jairbolsonaro https://t.co/VoOS5nLLBp

Jul 4, 2020 · 1,208 followers View post →
3p@c
@epacalypse20 · X

@eugenegu Minimal consequences to mask wearing during exercise in this study. https://t.co/pEYMotFiCW

Jun 28, 2020 · 23 followers View post →
3p@c
@epacalypse20 · X

@BrentTerhune Here’s a study that refutes this notion of CO2 retention when wearing a mask. https://t.co/pEYMotFiCW

Jun 28, 2020 · 23 followers View post →
3p@c
@epacalypse20 · X

@SamSmithTweets Here’s some science that says she’s full of shit. https://t.co/pEYMotWTuu

Jun 27, 2020 · 23 followers View post →
3p@c
@epacalypse20 · X

@borzou Here’s some science that says she is full of shit. https://t.co/pEYMotFiCW

Jun 27, 2020 · 23 followers View post →
3p@c
@epacalypse20 · X

@minakimes https://t.co/pEYMotFiCW

Jun 26, 2020 · 23 followers View post →
3p@c
@epacalypse20 · X

@votejessi2020 Found a study! https://t.co/pEYMotFiCW

Jun 25, 2020 · 23 followers View post →
3p@c
@epacalypse20 · X

@votejessi2020 https://t.co/pEYMotFiCW

Jun 25, 2020 · 23 followers View post →
トクリュウ株吉
@cischaba · X

RT @tak53381102: 実際の論文がこれhttps://t.co/qX9eqkkkso マスクとマスクなしで左の心拍数、呼吸数で差があるのがわかる。(図) これがイコール熱中症と直結はしないかもしれないが熱中症につながる代用指標であるとは言えるだろう。 https:…

Jun 5, 2020 · 3 shares · 19,597 followers View post →
papipapi
@papipap98812049 · X

RT @tak53381102: 実際の論文がこれhttps://t.co/qX9eqkkkso マスクとマスクなしで左の心拍数、呼吸数で差があるのがわかる。(図) これがイコール熱中症と直結はしないかもしれないが熱中症につながる代用指標であるとは言えるだろう。 https:…

Jun 5, 2020 · 3 shares · 132 followers View post →
gooochin
@gooochin · X

RT @tak53381102: 実際の論文がこれhttps://t.co/qX9eqkkkso マスクとマスクなしで左の心拍数、呼吸数で差があるのがわかる。(図) これがイコール熱中症と直結はしないかもしれないが熱中症につながる代用指標であるとは言えるだろう。 https:…

Jun 5, 2020 · 3 shares · 1,621 followers View post →
Dr. Tad
@tak53381102 · X

実際の論文がこれhttps://t.co/qX9eqkkkso マスクとマスクなしで左の心拍数、呼吸数で差があるのがわかる。(図) これがイコール熱中症と直結はしないかもしれないが熱中症につながる代用指標であるとは言えるだろう。 https://t.co/2oBNx9fA7w

Jun 5, 2020 · 9 likes · 3 shares · 33,665 followers View post →
旧・ガチ産業医
@fightingSANGYOI · X

@atmizu こんな論文も参考にしつつ… https://t.co/qFEDSExO0Y

May 19, 2020 · 1 like · 6,112 followers View post →