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NCT Number: NCT06732739

Combined Effects of Breathing Teach Back Training And Percussion In Patients With Pneumonia

Pneumonia, marked by lung inflammation, leads to symptoms like fever and difficulty breathing, affecting millions globally. It particularly impacts children and the elderly. Lung function is altered, reducing capacities and obstructing airflow. Post-recovery, patients may experience dyspnea due to lingering fluids-deep breathing exercises, using teach-back training, aid rehabilitation. Combining teach-back with chest percussion in physiotherapy aims to enhance respiratory outcomes in pneumonia patients. This will be a randomized clinical trial sample size calculated by epitool sample size calculator which is 30 patients 15 in each group. Regular chest percussion involves a clapping technique in five drainage positions, with assisted suction. Teach-back breathing exercises will also be implemented in this group In Group A, individuals will perform teach-back breathing exercises with chest percussion. In Group B, a similar protocol will be followed without the teach-back breathing exercises. Data analysis, using SPSS version 21, will include the Shapiro-Wilk Test for normality assessment. Descriptive statistics, paired sample t-tests, Wilcoxon signed-rank tests, independent sample t-tests, and Mann-Whitney U tests will be employed to analyze group measurements, changes over time, and differences between groups. This comprehensive approach aims to provide a thorough understanding of the study variables and measurements.

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Key information

Conditions

Pneumonia Infections Lung Diseases Respiratory Tract Diseases Respiratory Tract Infections

Age range

35 year–45 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Social Security Hospital Lahore

Lahore, Punjab Province, 54000, Pakistan

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • Both genders
  • Age 35-45 years
  • Diagnosed pneumonia

Exclusion criteria

  • History of neurological disorders
  • History of fractures
  • History of other pulmonary complications (15)
  • Patients having any chest infection will be excluded

Treatment and study plan

percussions with teach-back breathing exercise

Other

patient will receive Teach Back Breathing Exercises like pursed lip breathing, DE breathing and diaphragmatic breathing Teach-back breathing exercises refer to a method of instructing individuals in breathing techniques and then having them demonstrate or "teach back" the instructions to ensure comprehension and mastery. This educational approach is commonly used in healthcare settings, particularly when teaching patients how to perform various breathing exercises for therapeutic purposes. Patients were informed about the importance of regular chest percussion I will use the clapping technique which provided by cupped hand for 3 minutes in 5 positions of drainage (upper lobes-apical and posterior segment, apical and anterior segment, right upper lobe-posterior segment, left upper lobe-posterior segment, lower lobes- apical segment) with assisted suction three times/shift for four days, and then each patient will be observed.

percussion

Other

similar to Group A, each patient underwent individual interviews. Patients were educated on the significance of regular chest percussion. The clapping technique, executed with cupped hands, was applied for 3 minutes in five drainage positions (upper lobes - apical and posterior segment, apical and anterior segment, right upper lobe - posterior segment, left upper lobe - posterior segment, lower lobes - apical segment). This procedure, including assisted suction three times per shift, was administered for four consecutive days.

Primary outcomes

  1. Pulmonary functions test

    Time frame: baseline and fourth week

    A pulmonary function test (PFT) is a diagnostic assessment that evaluates the functional capacity of the respiratory system, providing valuable information about lung volumes, capacities, and the efficiency of gas exchange. These tests are crucial for diagnosing and monitoring respiratory conditions such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease , and restrictive lung diseases, Pulmonary function test Normal values are FEV1 80% to 120%, FVC 80% to 120%. Absolute FEV1 /FVC ratio, Within 5% of the predicted ratio, TLC 80% to 120%

  2. SF 36

    Time frame: baseline and fourth week

    The SF-36, or Short Form 36, is a widely used questionnaire designed to assess an individual's health-related quality of life. It encompasses 36 questions across eight health domains, providing insights into various aspects of physical and mental well-being. The questionnaire covers areas such as physical functioning, role limitations due to physical health, bodily pain, general health perceptions, vitality, social functioning, role limitations due to emotional problems, and mental health.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Riphah International University

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Combined Effects of Breathing Teach Back Training And Percussion On Pulmonary Functions In Patients With Pneumonia

Important dates

Study start
2024
Primary completion
2024
Study completion
2024
First posted
Dec 13, 2024
Registry last updated
Dec 13, 2024

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