Status:
RECRUITING
Combined Effects of Buteyko Breathing Technique and Chest Wall Mobilization on Pulmonary Functions and Quality of Life
Lead Sponsor:
Riphah International University
Conditions:
Chronic Smokers
Eligibility:
All Genders
40-55 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
The study aims to evaluate the effects of Buteyko breathing techniques with and without chest wall mobilization on pulmonary functions, and quality of life in chronic smokers. The study design will be...
Detailed Description
This randomized clinical trial will evaluate the combined effect of the Buteyko breathing technique and chest wall mobilization on pulmonary functions and quality of life in chronic smokers. A sample ...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Both male and female participants were included
- The age of participants was 40 -55 years.
- Individuals who fulfilled the criteria of smoking which is calculated by multiplying the number of packs smoked per day by the number of years smoked were included.
- Individuals who are current smokers or history of long-term smoking were included.
- Predicted values FEV1 \< 75% and FEV1/FVC \<70%
Exclusion
- Participants with neurological disorders were excluded
- Participants with musculoskeletal disorders were excluded as it affects the physical activity of the 6-minute walk test.
- Participants having any pulmonary complications or lung disease were excluded.
- Participants previously involved in any other exercise or physical activity were excluded.
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
June 13 2024
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ESTIMATED
End Date :
September 10 2024
Estimated Enrollment :
40 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT06537479
Start Date
June 13 2024
End Date
September 10 2024
Last Update
August 5 2024
Active Locations (1)
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University of Lahore Teaching Hospital
Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan, 54000