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The Effect of the Inspiratory Muscle Training on Respiratory Parameters and Functional Capacity in Idiopathic Scoliosis

Not Applicable
Completed
Conditions
Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
Registration Number
NCT03391895
Lead Sponsor
Bezmialem Vakif University
Brief Summary

Scoliosis is the abnormality of the spine with direct effects on the shape and mechanics of the thoracic cage. Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS) is the most common 3-dimensional deformity of the spine which can potentially affect respiratory function, exercise capacity as well as the performance of inspiratory and expiratory muscles. During growth morphological changes of thoracic cage affects the pulmonary tissues and functions. Respiratory functions shows negative changes due to Cobb angle, curve localization, number of vertebra and onset age in patient with scoliosis.

Exercise approaches include respiratory training program and aim to improve respiratory functions.It is reported that respiratory muscle weakness is a potent contributor to pulmonary impairment in mild, moderate, and severe forms of scoliosis. Studies showed that exercise training and respiratory exercises may improve respiratory function and exercise capacity in patients with AIS. Thus the aim of this study was to investigate the effect of inspiratory muscle training on respiratory muscle strength, respiratory function and functional capacity in adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis.

Detailed Description

Not available

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
COMPLETED
Sex
All
Target Recruitment
34
Inclusion Criteria
  • Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis diagnosis
Exclusion Criteria
  • Documented diagnosis any of cardiopulmonary, neurological, orthopedic or mental disorders which may affect the assessment results.
  • Subjects previously involved in exercise training or physiotherapy programs
  • Subjects previously undertaken any of spinal surgeries.

Study & Design

Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Study Design
PARALLEL
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Change from baseline Forced Vital Capacity (FVC) at 8 weeksEight weeks
Change from baseline Maximum Expiratory Pressure (MEP) at 8 weeksEight weeks
Change from baseline Peak Expiratory Flow (PEF) at 8 weeksEight weeks
Change from baseline Forced Expiratory Volume in 1 second (FEV1) at 8 weeksEight weeks
Change from baseline distance covered in six-minute walk test at 8 weeksEight weeks
Change from baseline Maximum Inspiratory Pressure (MIP) at 8 weeksEight weeks
Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Change from baseline thoracic-lumber junction axial trunk rotation (ATR)Eight weeks

Measurements will be applied with Bunnell Scoliometer by a qualified physiotherapist.

Change from baseline thoracic axial trunk rotation (ATR)Eight weeks

Measurements will be applied with Bunnell Scoliometer by a qualified physiotherapist.

Change from baseline lumber axial trunk rotation (ATR)Eight weeks

Measurements will be applied with Bunnell Scoliometer by a qualified physiotherapist.

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Bezmialem Vakif University

🇹🇷

Istanbul, Turkey

Bezmialem Vakif University
🇹🇷Istanbul, Turkey

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