Status:

COMPLETED

Effects of Costovertebral Joint Mobilization on Respiratory Function in Asthmatic Patients

Lead Sponsor:

Riphah International University

Conditions:

Asthmatic

Eligibility:

All Genders

20-40 years

Phase:

NA

Brief Summary

The aim of this randomized controlled trial is to determine the effectiveness of costovertebral joint mobilization on lung function in asthmatics. By targeting the thoracic region, costovertebral mobi...

Detailed Description

Costovertebral joint mobilization can help to improve this by increasing the mobility of the ribs and thoracic spine, which can help to expand the chest and improve lung function. Additionally, costov...

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • Force Expiratory Volume 1/Force Vital Capacity ratio less than 0.7
  • Mild asthma (Force Expiratory Volume 1 over 70% predicted)
  • Chest tightness (inspiratory muscle tightness)
  • Altered Dyspnea index.

Exclusion

  • presence of any underlying lung condition other than asthma.
  • significant cardiovascular or musculoskeletal disease that may compromise the participant's capacity to participate in physical activity;
  • active cancer.
  • uncontrolled hypertension or diabetes.

Key Trial Info

Start Date :

October 1 2023

Trial Type :

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation :

ACTUAL

End Date :

February 1 2024

Estimated Enrollment :

28 Patients enrolled

Trial Details

Trial ID

NCT06133985

Start Date

October 1 2023

End Date

February 1 2024

Last Update

March 5 2024

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Rahim Hospital

Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, Pakistan, 46000