Breathing techniques for patients after heart surgery
Combined Effects of Active Cycle Breathing Technique and Buteyko Technique on Airway Clearance in Post Sternotomy Patients
This study tests which breathing technique, ACBT or Buteyko, helps people aged 30 to 60 recover better after heart surgery.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 32 (estimated) |
| Ages | 40 Years to 60 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Riphah International University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Lahore, Punjab Province) |
| Trial ID | NCT06476756 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial compares the effectiveness of the Active Cycle of Breathing Technique (ACBT) and Buteyko breathing techniques in patients aged 30 to 60 who have undergone coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either ACBT or Buteyko techniques, which include various breathing exercises and chest percussion. Data will be collected in the Surgical Intensive Care Unit (ICU) over a three-day period, with outcomes measured before and after each session. Statistical analysis will be conducted using SPSS to evaluate the results.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are patients aged 40-60 who are undergoing their first cardiac surgery and are on mechanical ventilation for less than 24 hours post-surgery.
Not a fit: Patients who are hemodynamically unstable, have infections, renal failure, arrhythmias, or other serious conditions may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve respiratory function and recovery outcomes for patients after heart surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown positive outcomes with breathing techniques in post-operative care, suggesting potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age 40-60 years * Patient underwent cardiac surgery for first time * Having speaking, hearing, cognitive ability * Both genders ( Male and female) * On mechanical ventilation for less than 24h after surgery Exclusion Criteria: * • Hemodynamic ally unstable patients * Patients with reopening of sternum * Infection patients * Renal failure * Arrhythmia * Patient on mechanical ventilator * Cancer * Tuberculosis
Where this trial is running
Lahore, Punjab Province
- Gulab Devi teaching hospital — Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Sidra Faisal, PP-DPT — Riphah International University
- Study coordinator: Iqbal Tariq, PHD
- Email: iqbal.tariq@riphah.edu.pk
- Phone: O3338236752
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.