Breathing exercises for treating obstructive sleep apnea
Efficacy of Shitali Respiratory Rehabilitation Program in Obstructive Sleep Apnea
This study is testing if breathing exercises can help people with obstructive sleep apnea sleep better and improve their overall health.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Ages | 35 Years to 55 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Cairo University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Dokki, Giza Governorate) |
| Trial ID | NCT06715228 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of a Shitali respiratory rehabilitation program for patients with obstructive sleep apnea. A total of 40 participants will be divided into two groups, with one group receiving six cycles of 5-minute Shitali pranayama exercises three times daily for 12 weeks, while the other group will serve as a control. The aim is to assess improvements in sleep quality, blood pressure, and respiratory function. The study seeks to provide a non-invasive intervention for managing obstructive sleep apnea symptoms.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are non-obese individuals diagnosed with mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea.
Not a fit: Patients with cardiac, metabolic, or kidney diseases may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could improve sleep quality and overall health for patients with obstructive sleep apnea.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited data on the specific Shitali pranayama approach, similar respiratory rehabilitation methods have shown promise in managing sleep apnea symptoms.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * non-obese patients * obstructive sleep apnea (mild and moderate form) Exclusion Criteria: * cardiac patients metabolic diseases kidney diseases
Where this trial is running
Dokki, Giza Governorate
- faculty of physical therapy Cairo university — Dokki, Giza Governorate, Egypt (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Ali Ismail, lecturer — Cairo University
- Study coordinator: Ali Isamil, Lecturer
- Email: ali.mohamed@pt.cu.edu.eg
- Phone: 0201005154209
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.