Energy conservation exercises versus circuit training for people with asthma
Effects of Energy Conservation Exercises Versus Circuit Training on Dyspnea, Functional Capacity and Quality of Life in Asthmatic Patients
This study will test whether energy conservation exercises or circuit training better reduce breathlessness and improve walking distance and quality of life for adults with moderate asthma (FEV1 60–80%).
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 32 (estimated) |
| Ages | 30 Years to 50 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Riphah International University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Jhang, Punjab Province) |
| Trial ID | NCT07508280 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This is a randomized clinical trial conducted at Doctor's Hospital in Jhang that will compare two exercise approaches in people with asthma: energy conservation techniques plus diaphragmatic breathing versus circuit training plus diaphragmatic breathing. A total of 32 participants meeting FEV1 60–80% criteria will be randomly assigned to one of the two groups. Outcomes will be measured at baseline and after four weeks using the 6-minute walk test, the Borg dyspnea scale, and the St George's Respiratory Questionnaire. The aim is to see which approach produces greater short-term improvements in dyspnea, functional capacity, and quality of life.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Adults with asthma and moderate airflow limitation (FEV1 60–80%) who can perform exercise, are not pregnant, and have no severe comorbidities or major physical or mental impairments are ideal candidates.
Not a fit: Patients who are pregnant, have severe comorbidities, very limited life expectancy, severe physical impairments, or prior breathing-exercise training are unlikely to benefit from or be eligible for this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, one of these exercise programs could help people with asthma breathe more easily, walk farther, and improve daily quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Prior pulmonary rehabilitation and breathing-exercise studies in asthma have demonstrated modest improvements in symptoms and exercise capacity, so this compares established approaches rather than testing a wholly novel treatment.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: \- Subjects with asthma diagnosis grade according to FEV 60%-80% Exclusion Criteria: * Pregnancy * Previous breathing exercise training * Severe comorbidity * Patients with short life expectancy * subjects with Severe physical impairments * Subjects with Mental disease
Where this trial is running
Jhang, Punjab Province
- Doctor's hospital — Jhang, Punjab Province, Pakistan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Qurat ul Ain — Riphah International University
- Study coordinator: Dr Imran Amjad, PhD
- Email: imran.amjad@riphah.edu.pk
- Phone: (+92) 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.