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
Active Locations (1)
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Rahim Hospital
Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, Pakistan, 46000