NCT07183696

Respiratory Muscle Training and Quality of Life in Hemodialysis Patients

Effect of Breath Booster Training on Respiratory Muscle Strength and Quality of Life in Hemodialysis Patients

• Status: Recruiting
• Phase: N/A
• Study type: Interventional
• Enrollment: 50 (estimated)
• Sponsor: Cairo University · Academic / Other
• Sex: All
• Age: 50 Years – 60 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Not accepted

Summary

This study investigates the effect of breath booster training on respiratory muscle strength and quality of life in patients undergoing hemodialysis. It aims to determine whether targeted respiratory training can improve pulmonary function, enhance physical performance, and positively impact overall well-being in this population.

Detailed description

Detailed Description Statement of the problem Does Breath Booster training have an effect on respiratory muscle strength and quality of life in hemodialysis patients? Purpose of the study The study aims to: Investigate the effect of the Breath Booster device on respiratory muscle strength in patients undergoing dialysis. Evaluate the impact of the Breath Booster device on the quality of life of patients undergoing dialysis. Assess the effect of the Breath Booster device on exercise capacity in dialysis patients. Significance of the study The burden of chronic kidney disease (CKD) in Egypt has increased significantly over the past decade, with a 36% rise in cases between 2009 and 2019. CKD is now the fifth leading cause of death in the country, highlighting the urgent need for effective patient-centered interventions. A 2024 report underscored the importance of implementing a comprehensive renal registry to improve patient outcomes and lessen the healthcare burden. Hemodialysis patients face substantial challenges, including adherence to strict dietary and fluid restrictions, repeated dialysis sessions each week, and vascular access care. These lifestyle demands often contribute to reduced physical function, lower quality of life, and increased psychological stress. Moreover, respiratory muscle weakness is a common complication among CKD patients, particularly those on hemodialysis. This impairment reduces functional capacity and negatively impacts quality of life. Inspiratory muscle training (IMT) has recently emerged as a promising, non-pharmacological method to address this issue. Given these factors, the present study seeks to evaluate the effectiveness of the Breath Booster device in improving respiratory muscle strength, quality of life, and exercise capacity in hemodialysis patients. Delimitation This study will be delimited to: Forty patients participating in the study. Age range between 50-60 years. Patients diagnosed with end-stage renal disease (CKD stage 5) on hemodialysis. Patients who have been undergoing regular hemodialysis for 1-3 years. Null Hypothesis There will be no significant effect of Breath Booster training on respiratory muscle strength and quality of life in hemodialysis patients.

Conditions

• Hemodialysis

Interventions

Type	Name	Description
OTHER	breathing exercises	* breathing exercises as needed 3 times per week during dialysis sessions. * chest percussion as needed 3 times per week during dialysis sessions. * vibration as needed 3 times per week during dialysis sessions.

Timeline

• Start date: 2024-10-01
• Primary completion: 2025-10-01
• Completion: 2025-10-01
• First posted: 2025-09-19
• Last updated: 2025-09-19

Locations

1 site across 1 country: Egypt