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The main objective of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of different manual techniques included traditionally on respiratory physical therapy
Randomized controlled trial. Participants are classified in two groups and they are assessed using pulmonary functions parameters and thoracic and spinal movements.
There are two interventions: placebo and a manual technique. Participants will be assessed again at the end of the study.
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| Label | Type | Description | Intervention Names |
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| Placebo | Placebo Comparator | 30 people are recruited in order to the inclusion criteria for the study. Placebo controlled. |
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| Manual technique | Active Comparator | 30 people are recruited in order to the inclusion criteria for the study. Experimental group. |
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| Name | Type | Description | Arm Group Labels | Other Names |
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| Manual technique | Other | A manual technique is employed in the intervention group based on passive movement and stretching of the respiratory system. The manual technique includes: stretching of diaphragm. Mobilization. Potentiation of the respiratory muscles. |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| spirometry parameters | Change from baseline to postintervention in spirometry parameters (Vital capacity, Forced expiratory volume in the first second (FEV1), Tidal volume)using a spirometer as recommended by the American Thoracic Society. | Baseline, 6 months |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| thoracic movement | Changes from baseline to postintervention in thoracic movement, measured by tape measure in 3 thoracic levels. | at baseline, 6 months |
| Changes on Functionality scores | Functional status questionnaire used before and after intervention to measure functionality scores change. |
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Exclusion Criteria:
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| Name | Affiliation | Role |
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| Carmen M Valenza, PH MD | Universidad de Granada | Principal Investigator |
| Facility | Status | City | State | ZIP | Country | Contacts |
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| Faculty of health Sciences. University of Granada | Granada | Spain |
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| ID | Term |
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| D012120 | Respiration Disorders |
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| D012140 | Respiratory Tract Diseases |
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| ID | Term |
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| D026201 | Musculoskeletal Manipulations |
| ID | Term |
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| D000529 | Complementary Therapies |
| D013812 | Therapeutics |
| D026741 | Physical Therapy Modalities |
| D012046 | Rehabilitation |
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| Placebo | Other | Usual care |
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| baseline, 6 months |
| Changes on cardiorespiratory capacity | Changes on cardiorespiratory capacity measured by 6MWT (6 minutes walking test)at baseline and post intervention. | baseline, 6 months |
| spinal movement | Changes from baseline to postintervention in spinal movement, measured by Range of motion with goniometer. | at baseline, 6 months |