Health Condition 1: J449- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention1: Diaphragmatic Release Technique: The therapist applies pressure on the bottom of the
costal cartilage spanning the seventh to tenth ribs
using the pisiform, hypothenar area, and the fin
Sponsors
Chandrika S Satarkar
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Individual diagnosed with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease by physician/pulmonologist. Hemodynamically stable Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease patients. Individuals who are not dependent on oxygen. Both genders will be included. Patient of age group between 40 to 65 years. smokers and non-smokers Individuals with stable comorbidities like Hypertension, Diabetes mellitus, chronic kidney disease with precaution and on medication. Individuals who are willing to participate in the study. Individuals who can communicate
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Individuals with recent thoracic/abdominal surgeries. Individual having rib fracture, recent thoracic surgeries. Individuals with existing neurological conditions. Uncooperative/unwilling individuals. Individuals with locomotive disorders Individuals with musculoskeletal condition. Termination for 6minute walk test.(Palpitation, Giddiness, Unstable vitals)
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| To find out the effect of diaphragm release on physiological cost index in individuals with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary DiseaseTimepoint: To find out the effect of diaphragm release on physiological cost index in individuals with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease will be assessed at baseline and after 4 days immediate after intervention for perceived rate of exertion | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| NILTimepoint: NIL | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
Public ContactChandrika S Satarkar
SDM College of Physiotherapy
Outcome results
None listed