Effects of percussion and breathing exercises on pneumonia in elderly patients
Combined Effects of Percussion With Diaphragmatic Breathing Exercises on Airway Clearance in Elderly Pneumonia Patients
This study is testing if combining percussion and breathing exercises can help older patients with pneumonia breathe better and improve their quality of life.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Ages | 40 Years to 60 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Riphah International University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Lahore, Punjab Province) |
| Trial ID | NCT06461884 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial investigates the combined effects of percussion and diaphragmatic breathing exercises on airway clearance in elderly patients diagnosed with pneumonia. Participants will be randomly assigned to two groups: one receiving both percussion and breathing exercises, and the other receiving only breathing exercises. The intervention will consist of 12 sessions over four weeks, with assessments conducted using various questionnaires to evaluate breathlessness, dyspnea, exertion levels, and quality of life. Data will be analyzed using SPSS to determine the effectiveness of the interventions.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are males and females aged 40-60 who are vitally stable and diagnosed with community-acquired pneumonia.
Not a fit: Patients with heart disease, neurological disorders, orthopedic conditions, or other pulmonary complications may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve airway clearance and quality of life for pneumonia patients.
How similar studies have performed: While similar approaches have been explored, this specific combination of interventions in elderly pneumonia patients is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients aged 40-60, * Both males and females * Those patients who will be vitally stable (oxygen saturation, respiratory rate) * Pneumonia diagnosed patients (Community Acquired Pneumonia) Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with heart disease * Patients with neurological disorders such as: Alzheimer, epilepsy, Parkinson disease * Patients with orthopedic conditions * Other pulmonary complications (atelectasis, diaphragmatic injury, ARDS)
Where this trial is running
Lahore, Punjab Province
- Mayo Hospital Lahore — 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.