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Manual Diaphragmatic Release: Is It Helpful for Cleaning-laborers With Work-related Respiratory Hazards in Overcoming the Upsetting Respiratory Symptoms, Boosting Immune Response, and Enhancing Functional Ability?
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Manual Diaphragm Release and control group for Respiratory System Abnormalities. Completed, enrolled 36 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
This study intended to examine the effect of manual diaphragm release on pulmonary function, chest wall mobility, and functional ability in female occupational cleaners with respiratory hazards.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
The participant was supine, with his or her limbs relaxed. With the therapist's forearms aligned toward the participant's shoulders, the therapist gradually increased the depth of contact inside the costal margin during the subsequent respiratory cycles.
Respiratory re-training was given to participants in control group in form of slow and deep diaphragmatic breathing, exhalation through the nose with pursed lips (the participants were trained to emphasis on expiratory pressure against pursed lips), Breathing control and breathing-hold exercises, and Relaxation techniques: