Effects of Pilate Versus Aerobic Exercises on Dyspnea , Functional Capacity and Anxiety Status in Patients With COPD
Riphah International University
32 participants
Nov 23, 2023
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
This study aims to compare the effects of Pilates, with its emphasis on proper breathing and muscle activation, and aerobic exercises, known for improving cardiovascular fitness, on dyspnea, anxiety, and functional capacity in COPD patients.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria6
- The both male and female participants will be included in the study.
- The age of included participants will be 45-65 years old.
- Diagnosed COPD patients of stage 2-3 according to gold criteria (moderate)
- When the patients started the exercise program, they were stable, and none of them showed any clinical signs of neuromuscular or cardiovascular conditions that would prevent them from exercising.
- The selected participants are getting medical therapy with pulmonary medications.
- Those participants who will sign a written informed consent form will be included in the study.
Exclusion Criteria7
- Participants who had recent abdominal and chest surgeries will be excluded.
- Patients having history of cardiac arrhythmias or potential ECG alterations,
- Patients who are unable to follow commands.
- Participants presented with severe neuro-musculoskeletal abnormalities.
- The chosen individuals were smokers or former smokers with a medical history of COPD; none of them exhibited any physiological or clinical signs of bronchial asthma.
- No involvement in a consistent workout regimen for a minimum of six months before the study's start.
- Those participants who are doing Yoga.
Interventions
Group A will undergo Pilates exercise training, scheduled three times weekly over an 8-week period, for elderly individuals with COPD the duration and time interval time for Pilates exercise can vary depending on their overall health, fitness level, and tolerance. It begins with warm-up with 10-15 minutes which may include gentle stretches and deep breathing Maintain proper breathing during exercise and gradually increase the intensity as the person becomes stronger. The exercise sessions lasting around 10-15 minutes and then gradually progressing to 20-30 minutes as the participants become more comfortable and their endurance improves. Maintain proper breathing during exercise and gradually increase the intensity as the person becomes stronger. The rest interval will be 1-2 minutes between exercise and then gradually reducing it to 30 seconds or less. Pilates session ends with a cool-down which may involve stretching and relaxation with duration of about 5-10 minutes.
Group B will engage in Aerobic exercise plan, following the same frequency and duration as the Pilates exercise program-three sessions per week for 8 weeks, It begins with a warm-up of 5-10 minutes to prepare body for exercise it includes gentle movements, stretching, or a few minutes of low-intensity aerobic activity. It includes main exercise with moderate intensity like brisk walking or jogging with duration of 5-10 minutes and increase to 20-30 minutes as participants improves their endurance. The short interval begins with 1-2 minutes than gradually reducing it to 30 seconds or less as a person builds up stamina and fitness. The cool-down duration at end of exercise will be 5-10 minutes.
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NCT06479499