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Effects of Balloon Blowing Therapy and Bubble PEP on Oxygen Saturation, Dyspnea, and Enjoyment in Pediatric Pneumonia
Led by Riphah International University · Updated on 2026-05-11
40
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
7 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Pneumonia is a major cause of illness and death in children, leading to breathing difficulties and reduced oxygen levels due to impaired gas exchange. Non-pharmacological techniques like balloon blowing and Bubble PEP are simple, engaging methods used to improve respiratory function. This randomized clinical trial will compare the effects of Balloon Blowing Therapy and Bubble PEP on oxygen saturation, dyspnea, and enjoyment in 40 children with pediatric pneumonia over one week.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Effects of Balloon Blowing Therapy and Bubble PEP on Oxygen Saturation, Dyspnea, and Enjoyment in Pediatric Pneumonia
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Children aged 6 to 12 years
- Medically stable and cleared to perform breathing exercises
- Both genders included
- Experiencing dyspnea as reported by the child
- Peripheral oxygen saturation (SpO2) below 94%
You will not qualify if you...
- Critically ill children on bi-pep, ventilator, or intubated and uncooperative
- Children with any oral surgery
- Contraindication to PEP therapy such as severe haemoptysis
- Refusal to participate or inability to complete full sessions
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Gulab Devi Chest Hospital Lahore
Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan, 54000
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Research Team
I
Imran Amjad, Phd
CONTACT
M
Muhammad Asif Javed, MS-PT
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
SINGLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
OTHER
Number of Arms
2
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