Core-strengthening with diaphragmatic breathing versus core-strengthening with Pilates breathing for adults with Type 2 diabetes

Effects of Core Strengthening Exercises With Diapgragmatic Breathing Versus Core Strengthening Exercises With Pilate Breathing in Diabetes Type II Patients

This trial will see if adding diaphragmatic breathing or Pilates-style breathing to core-strengthening exercises better improves lung function, fitness, blood sugar, and quality of life for adults with Type 2 diabetes aged 30–55.

Quick facts

• Phase: Not applicable
• Study type: Interventional
• Enrollment: 56 (estimated)
• Ages: 30 Years to 55 Years
• Sex: All
• Sponsor: Foundation University Islamabad (Academic / other)
• Locations: 1 site (Islamabad)
• Trial ID: NCT07290231 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This randomized controlled trial will assign adults with Type 2 diabetes to one of two exercise programs: core-strengthening plus diaphragmatic breathing or core-strengthening plus Pilates breathing. Participants on stable anti-diabetic medication regimens who are 30–55 years old and able to attend sessions at the Foundation University College of Physical Therapy will take part. Outcomes include lung function tests, measures of functional capacity, blood glucose control, and health-related quality of life measured before and after the intervention. The study compares physiological and functional effects of the two breathing techniques when combined with the same core-strengthening routine.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 30–55 with medically diagnosed Type 2 diabetes who are on a stable anti-diabetic medication regimen, willing to participate in supervised exercise, and able to attend sessions in the Islamabad/Rawalpindi area.

Not a fit: People with Type 1 diabetes, diabetes insipidus, gestational diabetes, significant chronic respiratory disease, uncontrolled cardiovascular conditions, recent abdominal or spinal surgery, morbid obesity (BMI > 40), or pregnancy are unlikely to benefit or may be excluded.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, the program could offer a simple, nonpharmacologic way to improve breathing, physical function, blood sugar control, and daily quality of life for adults with Type 2 diabetes.

How similar studies have performed: Prior research has shown benefits from core or breathing exercises individually, but the combined comparison of diaphragmatic versus Pilates breathing with core training in Type 2 diabetes has not been previously tested.

Eligibility criteria

Inclusion Criteria:

* Medically diagnosed patients with Type II diabetes confirmed by a medical specialist, general practitioner, or endocrinologist from FFH or private hospital settings in Rawalpindi and Islamabad.
* Age between 30 and 55 years.
* Both male and female patients.
* Willingness to participate in the exercise program and ability to provide informed consent.
* On a stable regimen of anti-diabetic medications for at least three months prior to the study.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients with Type I diabetes, diabetes insipidus, or gestational diabetes.
* Diagnosed chronic respiratory diseases such as COPD or asthma unrelated to diabetes.
* History of any abdominal, orthopedic, or spinal surgery that could interfere with balance.
* Uncontrolled cardiovascular conditions such as arrhythmias or recent myocardial infarction.
* Morbid obesity (BMI \> 40).
* Pregnant women.

Where this trial is running

Islamabad

• Foundation University College of Physical Therapy, Islamabad, 44000 — Islamabad, Pakistan (Recruiting)

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: kinza Maqbool, DPT

Conditions Diabetes Type II; core strengthening exercises; Pilate breathing exercises; diaphragmatic breathing exercises; Type II Diabetes