RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06670443

Electrical Stimulation for Respiratory and Leg Muscles Impact on COPD Patients

Electrical Stimulation for Respiratory and Leg Muscles Impact on Pulmonary Function and Leg Restless Syndrome in COPD Patients


Sponsor

Cairo University

Enrollment

60 participants

Start Date

Jan 10, 2025

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

Electrical neuromuscular stimulation electrode patches will be applied over the intercostal respiratory muscles and leg muscles In addition to conventional pulmonary rehabilitation


Eligibility

Min Age: 40 YearsMax Age: 65 Years

Inclusion Criteria5

  • Patient undergoes four main clinical criteria for the diagnosis of RLS according to the international restless leg syndrome study group (IRLSSG) including
  • an urge to move legs that is usually associated with paresthesia.
  • alleviation of the symptoms by moving the legs.
  • aggravation or exacerbation of the symptoms particularly at rest or during sitting or lying down in the bed.
  • worsening of the signs at night. patients with diagnosed with grade I and grade II COPD their ages ranged between 45-55 o All patients will be clinically and medically stable when attending the study

Exclusion Criteria7

  • History of Deep venous thrombosis
  • History of Bleeding disorders
  • Have an implantable device like a pacemaker
  • Recent Infected wound
  • History of allergic response to the electrodes, gel or tape
  • patients who participating in any other exercise program
  • Loss of sensation or numbness

Interventions

DEVICEexperimental group

Electrical neuromuscular stimulation electrode patches will be applied over the intercostal respiratory muscles and leg muscles (placed superficially just below each knee, over the head of the fibula, in close proximity to the common peroneal nerve).

DEVICEcontrol group

Placebo electrical neuromuscular stimulation electrode patches will be applied over the intercostal respiratory muscles and leg muscles (placed superficially just below each knee, over the head of the fibula, in close proximity to the common peroneal nerve).


Locations(1)

Faculty of Physical Therapy

Dokki, Egypt

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