Background and Objective: Information regarding the effects of physiotherapy on quality of life and alterations in pulmonary function tests among patients with thoracic discopathy is notably limited in the literature. This study aims to compare the effects of the classical physiotherapy approach and the addition of breathing exercises to classical physiotherapy on quality of life and respiratory function tests in patients with thoracic discopathy. Study Design and Methods: This controlled and randomized study includes 40 patients diagnosed with thoracic discopathy. Participants are divided into two groups. The first group undergoes 15 sessions of classical physiotherapy consisting of ultrasound, TENS, hot packs, and posture exercises. The second group receives the same classical physiotherapy program with the addition of respiratory exercises. The patients' disability, psychosocial well-being, and pulmonary function are assessed using standardized scales and questionnaires at baseline (pre-treatment) and after the 15-session intervention (post-treatment).
Age range
25 Years – 68 Years
Sex
ALL
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Change in Forced Expiratory Volume in 1 Second (FEV1)
Timeframe: Baseline (before treatment) and immediately after the completion of the 15-session physiotherapy program.
Change in 36-Item Short Form Survey (SF-36) Physical Functioning Score
Timeframe: Baseline (before treatment) and immediately after the completion of the 15-session physiotherapy program
Change in Resting Pain Intensity assessed by Visual Analog Scale (VAS)
Timeframe: Baseline (before treatment) and immediately after the completion of the 15-session physiotherapy program.
Change in FEV1/FVC Ratio Percentage
Timeframe: Baseline (before treatment) and immediately after the completion of the 15-session physiotherapy program.