Comparative Effects of Balloon Blowing Therapy and Bubble PEP on Oxygen Saturation, Dyspnea, and Perceived Enjoyment in Children With Pneumonia
Status: Recruiting
Location: See location...
Intervention Type: Device
Study Type: Interventional
Study Phase: Not Applicable
SUMMARY
Pneumonia is a major cause of illness and death in children, leading to breathing difficulties and reduced oxygen levels due to impaired gas exchange. Non-pharmacological techniques like balloon blowing and Bubble PEP are simple, engaging methods used to improve respiratory function. This randomized clinical trial will compare the effects of Balloon Blowing Therapy and Bubble PEP on oxygen saturation, dyspnea, and enjoyment in 40 children with pediatric pneumonia over one week.
Eligibility
Participation Requirements
Sex: All
Minimum Age: 6
Maximum Age: 12
Healthy Volunteers: f
View:
• Children aged 6 to 12 years
• Medically stable and cleared to perform breathing exercises
• Both genders will be included
• Presence of dyspnea according to the patient's statement
• Peripheral oxygen saturation (SpO2) \<94%
Locations
Other Locations
Pakistan
Gulab Devi Chest Hospital Lahore
RECRUITING
Lahore
Contact Information
Primary
Imran Amjad, Phd
imran.amjad@riphah.edu.pk
923224390125
Backup
Muhammad Asif Javed, MS-PT
a.javed@riphah.edu.pk
923224209422
Time Frame
Start Date: 2026-04-14
Estimated Completion Date: 2026-06-05
Participants
Target number of participants: 40
Treatments
Experimental: Balloon Blowing Therapy Group (BBTG)
Participants receive balloon blowing therapy along with baseline breathing exercises
Experimental: Bubble Positive Expiratory Pressure Group (Bubble PEP)
Participants receive Bubble PEP therapy along with baseline breathing exercises
Related Therapeutic Areas
Sponsors
Leads: Riphah International University