Effect of Using the 4-7-8 Breathing Technique on Postoperative Shoulder Pain and Respiratory Function After Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating the effect of the 4-7-8 breathing technique on shoulder pain and lung function after laparoscopic cholecystectomy, a common surgery for gallbladder removal. This technique is being studied because many patients experience shoulder pain and reduced lung function after surgery, which can affect breathing and recovery. The study will randomly assign 96 patients to either the breathing exercise group or a control group receiving routine care, to compare outcomes. The study group will learn the 4-7-8 breathing technique, which involves controlled breathing cycles, starting about four hours after surgery. They will practice one set of four breaths every two hours, with initial training lasting about 15 minutes. The control group will receive usual care without specific breathing exercise training, though use of a breathing aid is recommended but not monitored. Participants will be monitored for shoulder pain and lung function through tests conducted within the first 24 hours and again at discharge. The study will assess lung volumes and airflow measures to understand breathing recovery. Data will be analyzed statistically. The total duration of participation varies with hospital stay but includes monitoring through the early postoperative period for safety and effectiveness.

Effect of 4-7-8 Breathıng Technıque on Shoulder Paın and Respıratory Functıon Tests After Laparoscopıc Cholesectectomy