To determine the effects of scapular mobilization on pulmonary functions of post-CABG patients.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
SUPPORTIVE_CARE
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
40
Thrice a day for complete length of stay. This is Conventional treatment The total duration of session will be of 15-20 mins.
Thrice a day for complete length of stay including two sets of repetitions with a rest interval of 30 seconds between sets. Grade 1-3 As reported in a study Scapular mobilization (SM) i.e., Scapular superior, inferior glides, upward and downward rotations and scapular distraction, along with Conventional treatment according to American Heart Association Guidelines i.e., Incentive spirometer, chest clearance, expectoration of the sputum (suctioning if needed), mobilizing the patient out of bed, AAROM and AROM exercises.
Rehman Medical Institute
Peshawar, KPK, Pakistan
Incentive Spirometer
An incentive spirometer is a device that will expand the lungs by helping the patient breathe more deeply and fully
Time frame: 1 week
Borg scale
The Borg Rating of Perceived Exertion (RPE) is a way of measuring physical activity intensity level.
Time frame: 1 week
Numeric pain rating scale
What is a numerical pain rating scale? The Numerical Pain Rating Scale (NPRS) is a subjective measure in which individuals rate their pain
Time frame: 1 week
Digital Spirometer
Spirometer is a portable lung function testing device, which mainly used to examine lung function related parameters for patients
Time frame: 1 week
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