Comparison of Device Based Inspiratory Muscle Training and Thera-band Resistive Training in Healthy Adults

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Not yet recruiting

• Conditions: Healthy Young Adults
• Interventions: Other: IMT based Resistance training; Other: Theraband Resistive training

• Registration Number: NCT06632847
• Lead Sponsor: Riphah International University

Brief Summary

This study aims to evaluate the impact of inspiratory muscle training and Thera-band resistive training on pulmonary function and diaphragmatic strength of healthy adults. This trail investigate whether IMT can improve pulmonary function and diaphragmatic strength of healthy adults as well as overall respiratory health.

Detailed Description

Inspiratory Muscle Training(IMT) has been shown to improve respiratory muscle strength and endurance in various conditions. This study aims to explore the effects of IMT specifically in healthy young adults. To assess whether a structured IMT program improves diaphragmatic strength and pulmonary function in healthy adults. A randomized control trail involving 56 competitive young healthy adults will be conducted. The study duration will be 8 weeks, with assessments conducted at baseline , mid-point, and at the end of intervention. The IMT group participate in 20 minutes of training session, 4 to 5 times per week, using power-breathe device. Thera-band resistive training group participate in 15 minutes of training session, 3 times per week, using different colors of thera-band. This study aims to provide robust evidence on the benefits of IMT for young healthy adults.

Study Timeline

• Status Verified: 2024-10
• Study Start: 2024-10-01
• Study First Submitted: 2024-10-08
• Study First Submitted QC: 2024-10-08
• Last Update Submitted: 2024-10-08
• Study First Posted: 2024-10-09
• Last Update Posted: 2024-10-09
• Primary Completion: 2025-04-30
• Study Completion: 2025-05-15

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: NOT_YET_RECRUITING
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 56

Inclusion Criteria

• Both male and female participants.
• 20 to 35 years
• FEV1/FVC ratio above 60%
• Non-smokers

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Exclusion Criteria

• Acute illness within last 2 weeks
• Obese patients whose BMI greater than 30kg
• Patient with history of chronic airflow limitation or any diagnosed disease.
• Patient with acute infection.

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Study & Design

• Study Type: INTERVENTIONAL
• Study Design: PARALLEL

Arm && Interventions

Group	Intervention	Description
IMT with device	IMT based Resistance training	IMT is a therapeutic approach designed to improve respiratory muscle strength and endurance. In this trail, participants will engage in a structured regimen of inspiratory exercises with high resistance. participants will perform inspiratory muscle exercises using the power-breathe device that provide intermediate to high resistance, with focus on both intensity and volume. The protocol involves 4 to 5 session per week.
Thera-band resistive training	Theraband Resistive training	Participant will engage in a structured training that involving Thera-band resistance training. Participants use different color of thera-band that provides different resistance. The regimen includes 3 session per week using different colors of band.

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Peak Expiratory Flow Rate (PEFR)	6 weeks	peak expiratory flow rates measured through digital spirometer.3 zones of measurements are commonly used to interpret peak flow rates. Normal value of PEFR is 80 to 100%.Green zone indicates 80 to 100% normal peak flow reading, yellow zone indicates 50 to 79 %of normal peak flow readings, and red zone indicates less than 50% of normal peak flow reading.
Forced Vital Capacity (FVC)	6 week	Forced Vital Capacity (FVC) Forced vital capacity (FVC) measured through digital spirometer. If the value of FVC is within 80% of the reference value, the results are considered normal. Changes in FVC from baseline to 3rd week and after 6 weeks day of intervention will be assessed.
Forced Expiratory volume in 1sec (FEV1)	6 week	Forced expiratory volume in 1sec (FEV1) measured through digital spirometer. If the value of FEV1 is within 80% of the reference value, the results are considered normal.

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Railway General Hospital; 🇵🇰 Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan