Effects of Core Stability Combined With Diaphragmatic Strengthening Exercises Among Asthmatic Patients
试验速览
- 阶段
- 不适用
- 状态
- 已完成
- 入组人数
- 41
- 试验地点
- 1
- 主要终点
- Thoracic Kyphosis Angle
研究概览
简要总结
This is a quasi intervention study evaluating the effects of core stabilization exercises and diaphragmatic strengthening on thoracic kyphosis angle, diaphragmatic excursion, chest expansion, lung functioning (FEV1/FVC ratio) and quality of life, in individuals with mild intermittent or mild persistent asthma.
详细描述
This study evaluated the effects of core stabilization exercises and diaphragmatic strengthening on thoracic kyphosis angle, diaphragmatic excursion, chest expansion, lung functioning (FEV1/FVC ratio), and quality of life in individuals with mild intermittent or mild persistent asthma. Thirty-seven participants from Fauji Foundation Hospital Rawalpindi underwent assessments before and after an 18-session treatment regimen over three weeks. The measures included diaphragmatic excursion, thoracic kyphotic angle, chest expansion, spirometry, and asthma quality of life questionnaire. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS version 21
研究设计
- 研究类型
- Interventional
- 分配方式
- Na
- 干预模型
- Single Group
- 主要目的
- Treatment
- 盲法
- None
入排标准
- 年龄范围
- 18 Years 至 34 Years（Adult）
- 性别
- All
- 接受健康志愿者
- 否
入选标准
- •Age group: 18-34 years old
- •Both males and females
- •Individuals diagnosed with well controlled mild intermittent asthma or mild persistent asthma, at least six months prior based on referral from pulmonologist.
- •Individuals who have weak core muscles
- •Participating to the study in a voluntary basis
排除标准
- •Level 3 and above asthmatics or status asthmaticus
- •Any congenital deformities of chest wall
- •Demonstrated neuromuscular or neurological deficit/disease of chest wall.
- •Cardiopulmonary diseases including coronary artery disease, heart failure NYHA classification, valvular heart disease, cardiomyopathy, arrythmias, interstitial lung disease, COPD, pulmonary embolism, pulmonary hypertension, cancers, etc.
- •Any recent cardiothoracic or abdominal surgery or sternotomy
- •Recent history of the blunt chest wall or abdominal trauma
- •Unstable hemodynamic parameters (arterial pressure >140mmhg systolic and >90mmhg for diastolic
- •Pregnancy
- •Previous or parallel participation in interventional programs
- •Any psychiatric illnesses
研究组 & 干预措施
Core stabilization and Diaphragmatic Exercise Group
The intervention consisted of 18 sessions over three weeks, following the FITT protocol. Each session included a warm-up (5 minutes), core stability exercises (15 minutes), diaphragmatic strengthening exercises (10 minutes), and cool-down (5 minutes), with rest intervals. Exercises progressed in difficulty on stable surfaces, tailored to each participant's tolerance. Warm-up exercises included activities like hopping and knee circles, while core stability exercises featured moves such as planks and side planks. Diaphragmatic exercises included diaphragmatic breathing in various positions.
干预措施: Core stability exercise (Procedure)
Core stabilization and Diaphragmatic Exercise Group
The intervention consisted of 18 sessions over three weeks, following the FITT protocol. Each session included a warm-up (5 minutes), core stability exercises (15 minutes), diaphragmatic strengthening exercises (10 minutes), and cool-down (5 minutes), with rest intervals. Exercises progressed in difficulty on stable surfaces, tailored to each participant's tolerance. Warm-up exercises included activities like hopping and knee circles, while core stability exercises featured moves such as planks and side planks. Diaphragmatic exercises included diaphragmatic breathing in various positions.
干预措施: Diaphragmatic Strengthening Exercise (Procedure)
结局指标
主要结局
Thoracic Kyphosis Angle
时间窗: 18 days
Measured with Inclinometer
Diaphragmatic Excursion
时间窗: 18 days
Measured using Tape method
Chest Expansion
时间窗: 18 days
Measured using Tape method
FEV1/FVC ratio
时间窗: 18 days
Measured using Spirometer
Quality of Life of patient
时间窗: 18 days
Asthma Quality of Life Questionnaire with Standardized Activities. It is a 32-item Likert-type scale that measures the impact of asthma on daily activities, with scores ranging from 1 (severe impairment) to 7 (no impairment).
次要结局
未报告次要终点