CompletedNot Applicable

Multimodal Pulmonary Rehabilitation in Radiographic Axial Spondyloarthritis

Turkey (Türkiye)20 participantsStarted 2018-05-30

Plain-language summary

This prospective pilot study aims to evaluate the efficacy of a structured 8-week multimodal pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) program specifically designed for patients with radiographic axial spondyloarthritis (r-axSpA). The study assesses the impact of a composite intervention incorporating aerobic conditioning, resistance training, flexibility protocols, and targeted diaphragmatic breathing on functional exercise capacity, dyspnea severity, and pulmonary function.

Who can participate

Age range18 Years – 75 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Age between 18 and 75 years. * Diagnosis of radiographic axial spondyloarthritis (r-axSpA) confirmed according to the Modified New York Criteria. * Clinical stability without acute flares or escalation of systemic therapy in the preceding 3 months. * Ability to perform spirometry and ambulate safely. Exclusion Criteria: * Primary respiratory disorders (e.g., COPD and interstitial lung disease) acting as the primary cause of limitation. * Significant cardiovascular contraindications to exercise. * Pregnancy. * Participation in a structured rehabilitation program within the last 3 months.

What they're measuring

Change in 6-Minute Walk Distance (6MWD)

Timeframe: Baseline and Week 8

Trial details

NCT IDNCT07430189

SponsorBalikesir University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2020-09-30

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