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Combined Effects of Transcutaneous Electrical Diaphragmatic Stimulation With ACBT'S in Copd

RecruitingNAAges 40 Years - 60 YearsAllRiphah International University
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

The combined effects of transcutaneous electrical diaphragmatic stimulation (TEDS) and active cycle of breathing techniques (ACBTs) in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) conducted as a randomized controlled trial at Gulab Devi Hospital, the study involved 50 participants aged 40 to 60 with mild to moderate COPD. Participants were divided into two groups, one receiving both TEDS and ACBT, and the other receiving only ACBT. Over 12 weeks, improvements in lung function, oxygen saturation, exercise capacity, and quality of life were measured using spirometry, pulse oximetry, the 6-minute walk test, and the St. George's Respiratory Questionnaire. Both groups showed significant improvement, but the group receiving ACBT alone showed a slightly higher mean rank in some outcomes. The study concludes that while both interventions are beneficial, ACBT alone may offer more co

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๐Ÿ“‹ Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * COPD (Mild to Moderate) * Age: 40-60 years of both genders * Productive cough for more than 2 months * Oxygen saturation without Oxygen supply \> 88% Exclusion Criteria: * Uncontrolled hypertension * Cardiac diseases * Active smokers
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What it tests

  • Transcutaneous Electrical Diaphragmatic Stimulation (TEDS)
  • Active Cycle of Breathing Techniques (ACBT)
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Where

1 site
Arjumand
Lahore, Pakistan
๐Ÿค Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible โ€” always decide together with your own doctor.
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