Immediate Effects of Postural Drainage with or without Gentle Chest Squeezing on Oxygen Levels and Breathing Rate in Preterm Infants with Respiratory Distress Syndrome

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating whether adding thoracic squeezing to postural drainage can improve immediate respiratory outcomes in preterm infants with Respiratory Distress Syndrome RDS. This study involves preterm infants born via cesarean section and aims to compare the effects of postural drainage alone versus postural drainage combined with the lung squeezing technique LST on oxygen levels and respiratory distress. The study randomly assigned 14 preterm infants into two groups over nine months. The control group received standard care with postural drainage, while the experimental group received postural drainage combined with gentle chest pressure LST to help move mucus and improve airflow. Postural drainage sessions last 4-5 minutes and repeat every 3 hours, while thoracic squeezing is performed for about 10 minutes on each side after drainage. Continuous monitoring is done to ensure safety during treatments. Participants are monitored using the Oxygen Saturation Index to measure oxygen levels and the Silverman-Anderson Scale to assess respiratory distress at baseline and after 4 weeks. The study includes assessments of vital signs and respiratory status. Data are analyzed to determine if combining thoracic squeezing with postural drainage improves oxygenation and reduces respiratory effort more than postural drainage alone. The total participation period covers baseline and a 4-week follow-up.

Effect of Postural Drainage With or Without Thoracic Squeezing on O2 and Respiratory Rate in Infant With RDS.