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Effects of IMT on Cardiopulmonary Endurance and Functional Mobility in KOA
Sponsor: Riphah International University
Summary
The purpose of the study is to investigate whether adding Inspiratory Muscle Training (IMT) to the usual treatment of patients with knee osteoarthritis improves their cardiopulmonary endurance and functional mobility more than standard care alone.
Official title: Inspiratory Muscle Training as an Adjunct to Standard Care: Effects on Cardiopulmonary Endurance and Functional Mobility in Knee Osteoarthritis
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
40 Years - 65 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
65
Start Date
2026-08
Completion Date
2027-12-11
Last Updated
2026-08-07
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
POWERBREATH
The POWERBREATH devices utilize calibrated resistance valves to force your breathing muscles to work harder, which naturally builds their power, stamina, and efficiency. IMT through POWERbreathe * 30 quick breaths two times a day at an adjustable resistance (equivalent to∼50% of (baseline) MIP). * Increased up to 35 breaths as per patient's tolerance.
SHAM IMT
* 60 slow breaths once daily at a load setting of 0 (corresponding to∼15% (baseline) MIP). * Training load adjustment was prevented using sticky tape applied to the device's load adjuster.
Locations (1)
IIMCT Railway general hospital
Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, Pakistan