Additive Effects of 4-7-8 Breathing Technique With Standard Management on Dyspnea, Pulmonary Function and Quality of Life in Patients With COPD.

Last updated: September 9, 2025
Sponsor: Foundation University Islamabad
Overall Status: Completed

Phase

N/A

Condition

Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease

Chronic Bronchitis

Bronchiectasis

Treatment

4-7-8 breathing along with standard management.

Control Group

Clinical Study ID

NCT06966063
FUI/CTR/2024/69
  • Ages 18-64
  • All Genders

Study Summary

A heterogeneous lung condition characterized by chronic respiratory symptoms (dyspnea, cough, expectoration and/or exacerbations) due to abnormalities of the airways (bronchitis, bronchiolitis) and/or alveoli (emphysema)-- cause persistent, often progressive, airflow obstruction.

Breathing exercises help to manage dyspnea and reduced pulmonary function often seen in COPD patients. To handle respiratory complications COPD patients are advised to practice breathing techniques in conjunction with their prescribed medications.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Adults: aged (40-64 years)

  • Gender: Both males and females

  • Grade1- Grade 1-3 on Modified MRC dyspnea scale

  • COPD mild and moderate according to GOLD classification

  • Mild: FEV1 > 80% predicted

  • Moderate: FEV1 >50% predicted

Exclusion

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Severe and very severe stage of COPD according to GOLD classification.

  • Patients having Acute exacerbation of COPD.

  • Patients diagnosed with acute infections.

  • Patients unable to follow commands/ instructions.

Study Design

Total Participants: 40
Treatment Group(s): 2
Primary Treatment: 4-7-8 breathing along with standard management.
Phase:
Study Start date:
June 15, 2024
Estimated Completion Date:
July 01, 2025

Study Description

COPD is a very common chronic respiratory disease with symptoms (dyspnea, cough, expectoration and/or exacerbations) due to abnormalities of the airways (bronchitis, bronchiolitis) and/or alveoli (emphysema)-- cause persistent, often progressive, airflow obstruction.

Breathing exercises help to manage dyspnea associated with COPD. In order to manage respiratory conditions COPD patients are encouraged for nasal breathing techniques along with standard management. Hence the objective of the study is to compare the effects of 4-7-8 breathing along with standard management versus standard management alone on dyspnea, pulmonary function, and quality of life in patients with COPD.

Connect with a study center

  • Foundation University College of Physical Therapy

    Islamabad, 44000
    Pakistan

    Site Not Available

  • Foundation University College of Physical Therapy

    Islamabad 1176615, 44000
    Pakistan

    Site Not Available

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