Effects of Subtle Touch Technique and Active Cycle of Breathing Technique
COPD is a disease state characterized by the presence of airflow obstruction due to chronic bronchitis or emphysema. Subtle Touch, also known as Calatonia, involves a profound relaxation approach that regulates muscle tension and fosters physical and psychological equilibrium in patients. The study will employ a random
| Condition(s) | Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease |
|---|---|
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | NA |
| Study type | Interventional |
| Summary | COPD is a disease state characterized by the presence of airflow obstruction due to chronic bronchitis or emphysema. Subtle Touch, also known as Calatonia, involves a profound relaxation approach that regulates muscle tension and fosters physical and psychological equilibrium in patients. The study will employ a randomized controlled trial, with total 40 participants divided into two groups. Group A will receive ACBTs three times daily for fifteen minutes for eight weeks. Group B will receive ACBT along with subtle touch technique for three times daily for fifteen minutes for eight weeks. The nonprobability convenient sampling technique, followed by random allocation using sealed opaque enveloped method.The inclusion criteria will be focusing on patients of 45 to 60 years of age, patients |
| Who can participate | Inclusion Criteria: * Age 45 to 65 * Patients with mild to moderate COPD (according to Gold Criteria) * Both male and female (18). Exclusion Criteria: * Musculoskeletal disorders * Any recent chest injuries * Lung infections * Pulmonary hypertension (18) |
| Ages | 45 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Lead sponsor | Riphah International University |
| Locations | Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan |
| Start date | 2025-06-15 |
| NCT ID | NCT07065162 |
| Official listing | https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT07065162 |