Effects of Manual Diaphragmatic Technique Versus Lateral Coastal Breathing Exercises Among COPD P… (NCT06844994) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Effects of Manual Diaphragmatic Technique Versus Lateral Coastal Breathing Exercises Among COPD Patients.
Pakistan58 participantsStarted 2024-11-26
Plain-language summary
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is a common, preventable as well treatable disorder, which is also one of the main reasons of high mortality and morbidity characterized by irreversible airflow limitation and has respiratory system involved. The aim of this study is to evaluate the comparative effects of manual diaphragmatic technique and lateral coastal breathing on COPD patients, that these exercises will have beneficial effects or not on COPD patients. Manual diaphragmatic technique and lateral coastal breathing will increase the functional capacity and relieve the symptoms dyspnea, enhance the chest wall expansion.
Who can participate
Age range
45 Years – 65 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
Age 45-65 years(12). Both gender female and male. Patients willing to be the part of the research. Patients with moderate level of COPD Patients with GOLD II stage(13). Patients who response to bronchodilators Patients with history of smoking(14).
Exclusion criteria:
Patients having other cardiac diseases. Patients having thoracic or abdominal surgeries. Exacerbation of symptoms before or during study. Inability of Patient to understand instructions due to mental disorder Lack of medical record Coronary artery disease (coronary angiography with stenting or bypass) Malignant tumor Patients with gastrointestinal abnormalities Patients who are in critical condition
Questions worth asking your doctor
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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
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1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
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