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Effects of Post-isometric Relaxation Technique on Chest Expansion and Pulmonary Function Tests in Smokers

NCT06444971 · Status: RECRUITING · Phase: NA · Type: INTERVENTIONAL · Enrollment: 40

Last updated 2024-06-06

No results posted yet for this study

Summary

The primary objective of the study was to investigate the immediate effects of PIR technique on chest expansion and pulmonary functions in cigarette smokers.This quasi-experimental pre-test post-test study will be conducted. Participants of interest would be approached and explained about the research. Informed written consent will be taken. Recruited participants will receive PIR technique on assessory respiratory muscles and chest expansion and pulmonary function tests will be obtained before and after the treatment. Data collection tools for this study are spirometer and measuring tape.

Conditions

  • Tobacco Smoking

Interventions

PROCEDURE

Post isometric Relaxation

Post isometric relaxation technique: It is defined as a manual procedure which involves the precisely controlled and specifically directed active contraction of a muscle at varying levels of intensity against a counterforce applied by the therapist. PIR will be applied to following muscles 1. scalene (anterior, middle and posterior) 2. sternocleidomastoid

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Foundation University Islamabad

    lead OTHER

Study Design

Allocation
NA
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Model
SINGLE_GROUP

Eligibility

Min Age
18 Years
Max Age
60 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
Yes

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2023-03-07
Primary Completion
2024-06-25
Completion
2024-06-27

Countries

  • Pakistan

Study Locations

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