RecruitingNot Applicable

Effects of Balloon Blowing Therapy and Bubble PEP on Oxygen Saturation, Dyspnea, and Enjoyment in Pediatric Pneumonia

Pakistan40 participantsStarted 2026-04-14

Plain-language summary

Pneumonia is a major cause of illness and death in children, leading to breathing difficulties and reduced oxygen levels due to impaired gas exchange. Non-pharmacological techniques like balloon blowing and Bubble PEP are simple, engaging methods used to improve respiratory function. This randomized clinical trial will compare the effects of Balloon Blowing Therapy and Bubble PEP on oxygen saturation, dyspnea, and enjoyment in 40 children with pediatric pneumonia over one week.

Who can participate

Age range6 Years – 12 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Children aged 6 to 12 years * Medically stable and cleared to perform breathing exercises * Both genders will be included * Presence of dyspnea according to the patient's statement * Peripheral oxygen saturation (SpO2) \<94% Exclusion Criteria: * Children who are critically ill patients on bi-pep or a ventilator, as well as patients who were intubated and uncooperative * Children with any oral surgery * Participants were excluded from the study, if they had any contraindication to the use PEP therapy (severe haemoptysis) * Refusal to participate or inability to complete full sessions

What they're measuring

Pulse oximeter

Timeframe: 1 week

Modified Borg Dyspnea Scale

Timeframe: 1 week

5-point Likert Scale with Faces

Timeframe: 1 week

Trial details

NCT IDNCT07578870

SponsorRiphah International University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2026-05-20

Contact for this trial

Imran Amjad, Phd

923224390125 imran.amjad@riphah.edu.pk

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