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

December 12, 2024 updated by: Riphah International University

Combined Effects of Breathing Teach Back Training And Percussion On Pulmonary Functions 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.

Study Overview

Status

Completed

Conditions

Intervention / Treatment

Study Type

Interventional

Enrollment (Actual)

30

Phase

  • Not Applicable

Contacts and Locations

This section provides the contact details for those conducting the study, and information on where this study is being conducted.

Study Locations

  • Pakistan
    • Punjab
      • Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan, 54000
        • Social Security Hospital Lahore

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

Eligibility Criteria

Ages Eligible for Study

  • Adult

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Description

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

Study Plan

This section provides details of the study plan, including how the study is designed and what the study is measuring.

How is the study designed?

Design Details

  • Primary Purpose: Treatment
  • Allocation: Randomized
  • Interventional Model: Parallel Assignment
  • Masking: Single

Arms and Interventions

Participant Group / Arm
Intervention / Treatment
Experimental: percussions with teach-back breathing exercises
The treatment will be given with the frequency of 3 times per week for 8 weeks. Treatment sessions will be 25 to 30 minutes with short resting intervals.
Other: percussions with teach-back breathing exercise
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.
Other: PERCUSSION
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.
Active Comparator: percussions
The treatment will be given with the frequency of 3 times per week for 8 weeks. Treatment sessions will be 25 to 30 minutes with short resting intervals.
Other: PERCUSSION
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.

What is the study measuring?

Primary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Measure Description
Time Frame
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%
baseline and fourth week
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.
baseline and fourth week

Collaborators and Investigators

This is where you will find people and organizations involved with this study.

Sponsor

Riphah International University

Investigators

  • Principal Investigator: Sidra Afzal, PP-DPT, Riphah International University

Publications and helpful links

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General Publications

Study record dates

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Study Major Dates

Study Start (Actual)

August 30, 2024

Primary Completion (Actual)

November 15, 2024

Study Completion (Actual)

December 1, 2024

Study Registration Dates

First Submitted

August 13, 2024

First Submitted That Met QC Criteria

December 12, 2024

First Posted (Estimated)

December 13, 2024

Study Record Updates

Last Update Posted (Estimated)

December 13, 2024

Last Update Submitted That Met QC Criteria

December 12, 2024

Last Verified

December 1, 2024

More Information

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Keywords

Additional Relevant MeSH Terms

Other Study ID Numbers

  • REC/RCR&AHS/23/0370

Plan for Individual participant data (IPD)

Plan to Share Individual Participant Data (IPD)?

NO

Drug and device information, study documents

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated drug product

No

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated device product

No

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