Health Condition 1: J440- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with acute lower respiratory infection
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention1: Diaphragmatic maneuver plus conventional therapy: Diaphragmatic maneuver techniques along with conventional therapy will be given to the mild to moderate COPD patients
Intervention2: Ma
Sponsors
MGM Institute of Physiotherapy
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1.Inpatients or outpatients diagnosed with stable COPD and exhibiting peripheral oxygen saturation is greater than 92% during calm breathing. 2.Patients with mild or moderate COPD according to the GOLD criteria. 3.Patient not involved in previous rehabilitation program at least 4 months prior to study. 4.Age 18-75 years 5.Both Male and Female
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1.Patients with acute exacerbation of COPD in past month. 2.Patients with unstable hemodynamic parameters arterial pressure less than 100mmHg systolic and less than 60mmHg for diastolic and mean arterial pressure less than 80mmHg. 3.Patients who have undergone recent cardiothoracic or abdominal surgery. 4.Patients who have a recent history of chest wall or abdominal trauma and substantial chest wall deformity. 5.History of psychiatric illness or difficulty in comprehending commands and following instructions. 6.Cardiovascular problems 7.Musculoskeletal disorders 8.Acute rib fractures 9.Severe osteoporosis
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Diaphragmatic ExcursionTimepoint: 7 mins | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| 1.Chest Expansion 2.6 minute walk testTimepoint: 15 mins | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
Public ContactDr Shraddha R Boratwar
MGM Institute of Physiotherapy
Outcome results
None listed