Effect of Exercise of Shoulder - Pelvic Coupling Pattern on Breathing Using Proprioceptive Technique

Effect of Exercise of Shoulder - Pelvic Coupling Pattern on Breathing and Quality of Life of the Elderly Using Proprioceptive Technique

The purpose of this study is to determine the effects of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation scapula-pelvis coupling pattern exercise on Respiratory capacity and quality of life in elderly people aged 65 years or older and to use it in clinical intervention. The hypotheses of the study were set as follows: First, PNF scapula-pelvic coupling pattern and Chest cage expansion exercise would have an effect on respiratory capacity for the elderly. Second, the PNF scapula-pelvic coupling pattern and Chest cage expansion exercise would have an effect on Chest cage expansion test. Third, PNF scapula-pelvic coupling pattern and Chest cage expansion exercise would have an effect on quality of life.

This study investigated the effects of PNF scapula-pelvis coupling pattern exercise on respiratory capacity and quality of life in adults aged 65 years or older and compared its effects with those of chest cage expansion exercise. Forty elderly participants from N Hospital were assigned to either the PNF exercise group or the chest cage expansion exercise group. Assessments were conducted before the intervention, during the intervention period, and after completion of the program.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Participants who were able to communicate adequately
• Participants without any musculoskeletal disorders
• Participants aged 65 years or older
• Participants with a score of 24 or higher on a cognitive function test

Exclusion Criteria:

• Participants who declined to participate in the study
• Participants with an implanted pacemaker
• Participants whose oxygen saturation level was below 90% during the pulmonary function test