Effectiveness of Diaphragmatic Breathing on Reflux Symptoms in Outpatients

Researchers are trying to determine if abdominal breathing exercises can reduce symptoms associated with GERD (Gastroesophageal reflux disease).

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Key information

Conditions

GERD Deglutition Disorders Digestive System Diseases Esophageal Diseases Esophageal Motility Disorders Gastroesophageal Reflux Gastrointestinal Diseases Heartburn Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms Signs and Symptoms Signs and Symptoms, Digestive

Age range

18 year and older

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Mayo Clinic Jacksonville

Jacksonville, Florida, 32224, United States

About this study

Much like the pelvic floor controls urinary incontinence the "abdominal roof" made of the diaphragm appears to have the ability to control reflux. Other studies have had positive results but from extensive training of outpatients. Our population comes from ambulatory outpatients from family medicine at MCJ. After consent they fill out a reflux disease questionnaire (RDQ) a valid instrument for measuring symptoms of reflux. Subjects are educated on the basic concept of the study and then instructed in isolated diaphragm contraction breathing. once they are proficient they are asked to continue this program 3 x 10 repetitions, 3 times per day supplemented by 10 more repetitions after each meal to reduce post prandial symptoms.

Follow up is done at 1, 3 and 6 months and includes reassessment via the RDQ and an assessment of estimated volume of exercise compliance.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

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

Inclusion criteria

Adults with complaints of GERD, reflux, and/or heartburn symptoms

Exclusion criteria

None

Treatment and study plan

Diaphragm Training

Behavioral

training on isolated abdominal breathing with proper effort and hold time to promote strengthening

Primary outcomes

Reflux Disease Questionnaire (RDQ)

Time frame: Baseline, 1 month, 3 month, 6 month

Change in self-reported reflux disease questionnaire using questions to assess subject symptoms. Subjects are asked to answer 12 questions based on their symptoms over the past seven days for frequency and severity.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Mayo Clinic

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Effectiveness of Diaphragmatic Breathing on Reflux Symptoms in Outpatients.

Important dates

Study start: 2019
Primary completion: 2022
Study completion: 2022
First posted: Oct 9, 2019
Registry last updated: Jan 19, 2023

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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