| Gladies Kamalam S*1, Santheep S2, Vel Murugan G3, Manivannan S4, Dinesh Dharmalingam5 |
| Authors: 2 Principal cum Director, KMCT College of Allied Health Sciences, Mukkam, Calicut, Kerala. 3 Principal, Shanmuga College of Physiotherapy, Karaikal, Puducherry. 4 Principal, Aparampar Swami Physiotherapy College, Maharashtra 5 Senior Physiotherapist, Manipal Hospitals, Bangalaore, Karnataka Corresponding Author: *1 Professor cum HOD, Department of Physiotherapy, KMCT College of Allied Health Sciences, Mukkam, Calicut, Kerala. Mail ID: mail2drsgk@gmail.com |
Abstract
| Background of the study: Asthma, a chronic inflammatory lung disease affecting over 300 million individuals globally, presents significant challenges in management and treatment. Non-pharmacological interventions, including breathing exercises and behavioral therapies, have shown promise in alleviating symptoms and enhancing the quality of life for asthmatic patients. Methodology: This study investigates the synergistic effects of Buteyko breathing exercises and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) on chest expansion and overall quality of life in asthmatic collegiate individuals. Employing a pre-post experimental design with a cohort of five participants aged 17-23 years, the study assesses the impact of a 12-week intervention combining Buteyko breathing techniques and CBT. Result: Chest expansion measurements and quality of life assessments, utilizing inch tape and the Pediatric Asthma Quality of Life Questionnaire (PAQLQ), respectively, reveal significant improvements in both parameters. Conclusion: These findings support the efficacy of integrating these non-pharmacological interventions as complementary strategies in asthma management, offering potential benefits in respiratory function and psychological well-being. Keywords: Asthma, Buteyko Breathing Technique, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Chest Expansion, Quality of Life, Collegiate Population, Non-Pharmacological Interventions |
| Received on 10th February 2025; Revised on 18th February 2025; Accepted on 28th February 2025, DOI:10.36678/IJMAES.2025.V11I01.012 |
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