Combined Effects of Balloon Blowing Therapy With Percussion in Patients With Pneumonia

Pneumonia Clinical Trial

Official title:

Combined Effects of Balloon Blowing Therapy With Percussion on Pulmonary Functions in Patients With Pneumonia

Clinical Trial Details — Status: Recruiting

Administrative data

• NCT number: NCT06459856
• Other study ID #: REC/RCR & AHS/23/0371
• Status: Recruiting
• Phase: N/A
• Start date: May 30, 2024
• Est. completion date: July 10, 2024

Study information

• Verified date: June 2024
• Source: Riphah International University
• Contact: Imran Amjad, Phd
• Phone: 03324390125
• Email: imran.amjad[@]riphah.edu.pk
• Is FDA regulated: No
• Study type: Interventional

Clinical Trial Summary

Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs that is caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites. It is characterized primarily by inflammation of the alveoli in the lungs or by alveoli that are filled with fluid (alveoli are microscopic sacs in the lungs that absorb oxygen). The symptoms of pneumonia can develop suddenly (over 24-48 hours) or may show more slowly, over several days. Common symptoms of pneumonia are likely to have a cough which can be dry, or may produce phlegm (thick mucus) that is yellow, green, brownish or bloodstained and breathing difficulty, wheezing and chest tightness where the rate will be high and the rhythm will be rapid and shallow. This activity encourages deep breathing, allowing a patient body to relax. Explain the patient that this exercise will help him or he can feel more relaxed. Make the patient to imagine that he/she is blowing up a balloon. Ask him/her to take in a deep breath; steadily and slowly blow up the huge balloon. See the balloon getting bigger, and bigger. Now ask the patient to close the eyes and imagine the balloon floating into the air. Let the patient continue blowing of balloons until he or she gets relaxed and calm. Percussion is a technique involving rhythmic tapping or clapping on the chest or back, serves as a means to move and loosen retained secretions within the airways. This mechanical intervention helps in removing mucus from the bronchial walls, and facilitates its expectoration and clearance.

Description:

Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs that is caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites. It is characterized primarily by inflammation of the alveoli in the lungs or by alveoli that are filled with fluid (alveoli are microscopic sacs in the lungs that absorb oxygen). The symptoms of pneumonia can develop suddenly (over 24-48 hours) or may show more slowly, over several days. Common symptoms of pneumonia are likely to have a cough which can be dry, or may produce phlegm (thick mucus) that is yellow, green, brownish or bloodstained and breathing difficulty, wheezing and chest tightness where the rate will be high and the rhythm will be rapid and shallow. This activity encourages deep breathing, allowing a patient body to relax. Explain the patient that this exercise will help him or he can feel more relaxed. Make the patient to imagine that he/she is blowing up a balloon. Ask him/her to take in a deep breath; steadily and slowly blow up the huge balloon. See the balloon getting bigger, and bigger. Now ask the patient to close the eyes and imagine the balloon floating into the air. Let the patient continue blowing of balloons until he or she gets relaxed and calm. Percussion is a technique involving rhythmic tapping or clapping on the chest or back, serves as a means to move and loosen retained secretions within the airways. This mechanical intervention helps in removing mucus from the bronchial walls, and facilitates its expectoration and clearance.

This research methodology is likely to employ a randomized clinical trial design, dividing participants into two groups: group A will be receiving the combined therapy (Balloon blowing, percussion) for 7 days, while the Group B will be given intervention as Buteyko breathing techniques (ACBT, Percussion and deep breathing) for 3 weeks. Parameters such as breath auscultation by stethoscope, CASA Q questionnaire, Pulmonary function test will likely be utilized to gauge the efficacy of the combined intervention versus standard treatments. Anticipated outcomes encompass improvements in lung function metrics, clearer breath sounds denoting improved airway clearance, and potentially quicker recovery or shortened illness duration as compared to conventional treatments. If successful, this study could signify a more comprehensive and effective approach to manage pneumonia by combining specific therapies to enhance pulmonary functions and help in patients' recovery. Ultimately, these findings could contribute significantly to use respiratory therapy for individuals suffering from pneumonia

Recruitment information / eligibility

• Status: Recruiting
• Enrollment: 40
• Est. completion date: July 10, 2024
• Est. primary completion date: June 30, 2024
• Accepts healthy volunteers: No
• Gender: All
• Age group: 25 Years to 40 Years

Eligibility

Inclusion Criteria:

• Diagnosed pneumonia patients

Exclusion Criteria:

• Other respiratory complications

• Patients with surgeries

• Patients with neurological disorders

Related Conditions & MeSH terms

• Pneumonia

Intervention

Other:
• Balloon blowing
Ask the patient to take in a deep breath; steadily and slowly blow up the huge balloon. See the balloon getting bigger, and bigger. Now ask the patient to close the eyes and imagine the balloon floating into the air. Let the patient continue blowing of balloons until he or she gets relaxed and calm.
• Percussion
Percussion is a technique involving rhythmic tapping or clapping on the chest or back, serves as a means to move and loosen retained secretions within the airways. This mechanical intervention helps in removing mucus from the bronchial walls, and facilitates its expectoration and clearance

Locations

Country	Name	City	State
Pakistan	University of Lahore Teaching hospital	Lahore	Punjab

Sponsors (1)

Lead Sponsor	Collaborator
Riphah International University

Country where clinical trial is conducted

Pakistan, 

Outcome

Type	Measure	Description	Time frame	Safety issue
Primary	FEV1(Forced Expiratory Volume per second)	Pulmonary Function Test using Digital Spirometer	Pre and post after 1 week
Primary	FVC (Forced Vital Capacity)	Pulmonary Function Test using Digital Spirometer	Pre and Post after 1 week
Primary	FEV1/FVC	Pulmonary Function Test using Digital Spirometer	Pre and Post after 1 week
Primary	CASA-Q (Cough and Sputum Assessment Questionnaire)	To assess the Level of Cough and Sputum	Pre and post after 1 week
Primary	Auscultatory Breath Sound	To assess the breath sound	pre and Post after 1 week