Effects of strengthening diaphragm and stretching muscles in asthma patients
Combined Effects of Diaphragm Strengthening and Accessory Muscles Stretchings in Asthma Patients
NA · Riphah International University · NCT05915793
This study tests whether strengthening the diaphragm and stretching other muscles can help people with asthma breathe better and improve their overall lung health.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 42 (estimated) |
| Ages | 20 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Riphah International University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Lahore, Punjab) |
| Trial ID | NCT05915793 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the combined effects of diaphragm strengthening exercises and accessory muscle stretching on patients with asthma. It aims to assess improvements in chest expansion, pulmonary function, dyspnea, and exercise capacity among individuals aged 40 to 65 with phase-2 asthma. The intervention includes specific physiotherapy techniques designed to enhance respiratory muscle function and overall lung health. The study is conducted at Gulab Devi Hospital in Lahore, Punjab.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 40-65 with phase-2 asthma who are hemodynamically stable.
Not a fit: Patients with pulmonary tumors, active infections, or significant lung surgery history may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could improve respiratory function and quality of life for asthma patients.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific combination of interventions is novel, similar physiotherapy approaches have shown promise in improving outcomes for asthma patients.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age group of 40-65 years * Both male and females * Phase-2 asthma patients * Patients hemodynamically stable Exclusion Criteria: * Patients having pulmonary tumors * Patients of Having cough and sputum * Patients having TB and emphysema * Patients with pneumonia, pneumonectomy or other lungs surgical procedures
Where this trial is running
Lahore, Punjab
- Gulab Devi Hospital — Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Ameena Amjad, tDPT — Riphah International University
- Study coordinator: Imran Amjad, Phd
- Email: imran.amjad@riphah.edu.pk
- Phone: 03324390125
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.
Conditions: Asthma