Comparing breathing techniques for asthma management
Comparative Effects of Papworth Technique Versus Pranayama in Asthmatic Patients
This study is testing whether two different breathing techniques, Papworth and Pranayama, can help people with asthma breathe better and feel less breathless.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 44 (estimated) |
| Ages | 20 Years to 40 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Riphah International University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Lahore, Punjab Province) |
| Trial ID | NCT06460597 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study compares the effects of the Papworth technique and Pranayama on patients with asthma. Both techniques aim to modify breathing patterns to alleviate symptoms such as breathlessness and improve overall respiratory function. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the Papworth technique or Pranayama group and will undergo treatment over four weeks with three sessions each week. Data will be collected from asthmatic patients at Gulab Devi Chest Hospital using non-probability convenience sampling.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are males and females aged 20-40 years with mild to moderate chronic asthma and adverse mood effects.
Not a fit: Patients with acute severe asthma, chronic chest infections, or other significant respiratory or cardiac conditions may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide effective non-pharmacological interventions for asthma management, improving patients' quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: While similar breathing techniques have been explored, this specific comparison of the Papworth technique and Pranayama in asthmatic patients is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Both genders(male and female) * Age 20-40 years * Patients with adverse mood effects * Mild to moderate chronic asthma Exclusion Criteria: * Acute severe asthma * Chronic chest infections like TB * Chest deformity * Bronchiectasis * Cardiac Disease * Substance abusers * Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease * Neurological Disorders
Where this trial is running
Lahore, Punjab Province
- Gulab Devi Chest Hospital Lahore — Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Sidra Afzal, PP-DPT — Riphah International University
- Study coordinator: Iqbal Tariq, Phd
- Email: iqbal.tariq@riphah.edu.pk
- Phone: 03338236752
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.