NCT06308289

Combined Effects of Global Posture Re-education and Active Cycle of Breathing Technique in COPD

Combined Effects of Global Posture Re-education and Active Cycle of Breathing Technique on Cardiorespiratory Fitness, Posture and Quality of Life in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

• Status: Completed
• Phase: N/A
• Study type: Interventional
• Enrollment: 68 (actual)
• Sponsor: Riphah International University · Academic / Other
• Sex: All
• Age: 40 Years – 75 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Not accepted

Summary

The randomized controlled trial will involve 30 participants, with Group A receiving GPRM and ACBT, while Group B follows the conventional COPD model that includes ACBT only.Assessments of heart rate, physical fitness, and quality of life will contribute to a nuanced understanding of joint function, informing future COPD treatment paradigms.

Detailed description

The focus of this study will be on addressing the critical challenge of treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a globally prevalent and heterogeneous lung condition associated with substantial morbidity and mortality. With COPD anticipated to become the leading global cause of death, this research will investigate a novel intervention that combines global postural retraining (GPRM) and physical fitness, utilizing respiratory cycle technology (ACBT). This study assumes to enhance heart rate, posture, and overall quality of life in individuals with COPD. The randomized controlled trial will involve 30 participants, with Group A receiving GPRM and ACBT, while Group B follows the conventional COPD model that includes ACBT only. The study, utilizing nonprobability purposive sampling, will span six months to comprehensively evaluate cardiovascular, respiratory, and quality-of-life outcomes. Exclusion criteria ensure a representative sample, excluding individuals with severe diseases or recent surgeries. The significance of this investigation lies in its potential to revolutionize COPD treatment, offering a cost-effective approach that simultaneously enhances patient health. By targeting both biomechanical and respiratory aspects, the study aims to provide valuable insights into improving COPD treatment strategies globally, with a focus on the combined effects of global postural retraining and active breathing techniques. Assessments of heart rate, physical fitness, and quality of life will contribute to a nuanced understanding of joint function, informing future COPD treatment paradigms.

Conditions

• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Interventions

Type	Name	Description
OTHER	Global Posture Re-education	Focusing on postural correction and movement patterns
OTHER	Active Cycle of Breathing Technique	Emphasizing breathing control, thoracic expansion, and mucus clearance techniques

Timeline

• Start date: 2024-03-03
• Primary completion: 2024-06-05
• Completion: 2024-06-15
• First posted: 2024-03-13
• Last updated: 2024-07-23

Locations

1 site across 1 country: Pakistan