Asthma in Children
Conditions
Brief summary
The primary aim of this study is to compare the respiratory function, respiratory muscle strength, functional capacity, and lower extremity strength of children with asthma and healthy children in the same age group. The secondary aim of our study is to determine the determinants of functional capacity in children with asthma.
Interventions
OTHER6-minute walk test
Functional capacity will be assessed with the 6-minute walk test (6MWT). 6MWT will be performed in accordance with the criteria of the American Thoracic Society. The 6MWT distance will be recorded in meters.
OTHERPulmonary function test
Pulmonary function test will be performed with a spirometer (COSMED Pony FX (COSMED; Italy) by ATS/ERS criteria. Forced expiratory volume in 1 second (FEV1) and peak expiratory volume (PEF) parameters will be measured. The results will be recorded both as a percentage of measured values and expected values.
Respiratory muscle strength will be measured in accordance with ATS/ERS criteria using an electronic, mobile, (MicroRPM, Micro Medical; UK) intraoral pressure measuring device. Maximal inspiratory pressure (MIP) and maximal expiratory pressure (MEP) values will be recorded. Three measurements will be repeated for each maneuver and the highest value recorded as cmH2O.
OTHERLower extremity muscle strength test
The 30-Second Chair Test is administered using a folding chair without arms, with a seat height of 17 inches (43.2 cm). The chair, with rubber tips on the legs, is placed against a wall to prevent it from moving. The participant is seated in the middle of the chair, back straight; feet approximately a shoulder width apart, and placed on the floor at an angle slightly back from the knees, with one foot slightly in front of the other to help maintain balance. Arms are crossed at the wrists and held against the chest. The participant is encouraged to complete as many full stands as possible within 30 seconds. The participant is instructed to fully sit between each stand.
Sponsors
Atlas University
Study design
Observational model
CASE_CONTROL
Time perspective
PROSPECTIVE
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
6 Years to 17 Years
Healthy volunteers
Yes
Inclusion criteria
Asthma Group Inclusion Criteria: * Being between the ages of 6-17 * Being diagnosed with asthma * Able to walk, cooperate and clinically stable * Being a volunteer to participate in the study * To be able to speak, read, understand, and cooperate in Turkish Asthma Group
Exclusion criteria
* History of previous lung or liver transplant * Having an acute exacerbation and/or a history of hospitalization in the last 1 month * Having diagnosed orthopedic problems affecting mobility or a history of musculoskeletal surgery Control Group Inclusion Criteria: * Being between the ages of 6-17 * To be able to speak, read, understand, and cooperate in Turkish * Being a volunteer to participate in the study Control Group
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| 6-minute walk test | 15-20 minutes |
| Forced expiratory volume in 1 second (FEV1) | 10-15 minutes |
| Peak expiratory flow (PEF) | 10-15 minutes |
| Maximal inspiratory pressure (MIP) | 15-20 minutes |
| Maximal expiratory pressure (MEP) | 15-20 minutes |
| Lower extremity muscle strength | 5-10 minutes |
Countries
Turkey (Türkiye)
Outcome results
None listed