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Virtual Reality on Pulmonary Function After Upper Abdominal Surgeries
Sponsor: Cairo University
Summary
After upper abdomen surgery, respiratory muscle dysfunction is well recognised. After laparotomy and even laparoscopy, maximum static inspiratory and expiratory pressures are lowered, and recovery can take several days. A variety of reasons have been implicated in such respiratory muscle dysfunction, including irritation and inflammation, as well as injuries near the diaphragm, resulting in local mechanical failure, reflex inhibition, and pain.
Official title: Effect of Virtual Reality on Pulmonary Function, Respiratory Muscle Strength and Functional Capacity After Upper Abdominal Surgeries
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 60 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
60
Start Date
2024-03-01
Completion Date
2025-07-01
Last Updated
2025-05-14
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Virtual reality
The system included an Xbox 360® console, a sensor that detects motion (Kinect®), and a projector device with loudspeakers. The console, which was mounted on a table, reached 1 m tall. The Kinect® motion sensor was attached to the projector, which showed images onto a wall 2.5 metres distant from the playing field. The playing field was at least 1.8 m wide and 1.8 m long, with the Kinect® sensor situated 1.2 m away. The device was calibrated before each training session to accurately follow the motions of each subject.
conventional physical therapy exercise program
Participants will receive conventional physical therapy exercise program (Deep diaphragmatic, costal breathing exercises, bronchial hygiene techniques and assisted cough) for 45 minutes, 5 days/ week for 8 weeks.
Locations (1)
Faculty of Physical Therapy
Giza, Egypt