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Chronic BronchitisNCT06086730

Comparison Of Blow Bottle Positive Expiratory Pressure (BBPEP) Versus Acapella Among Patient With Chronic Bronchitis

A study testing blow bottle positive expiratory pressure and acapella in people with Chronic Bronchitis, run by Riphah International University at 1 site in Pakistan.

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Trial summary

Comparison of Blow Bottle Positive Expiratory pressure(BBPEP)versus acapella on Oxygenation ,peak Expiratory Flow Rate(PEFR)among patient with chronic bronchitis. Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 40 to 60 years
Conditions the study is for
Chronic Bronchitis
What is being tested?
blow bottle positive expiratory pressure and acapella
Type of treatment
Medical device
Could I receive a placebo?
No, everyone receives an active treatment
How many people
36 participants
Where
1 sitePakistan
Study dates
20 Jul 2023to 10 Dec 2023
Phase
Interventional
Are there results?
None posted in the registry

Key requirements

Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.

  • Ages 40 to 60 years
  • All sexes
  • No healthy volunteers
  • Adult

Who may be able to join

  • Participant having chronic bronchitis both male and female.
  • Presence of chronic bronchitis I-e daily cough and sputum production for at least 3 months each year during the past 2 years.
  • Current smoker or ex smoker with 5 packs years of smoking history.
  • Participant willing to participate.
  • Presence of air flow obstruction by spirometry(GOLD stage 2).
  • Participant with stable hemodynamic .

Who cannot join

  • History of cough syncope.
  • participant who required intubation.
  • Participant who is critically ill.
  • Participant who required functional dependency.
  • Participant having angina at rest or in minor effort.
  • Participant having cardiac arrhythmia.
  • Participant having severe airway obstruction I-e GOLD stage 4
  • Participant with hemodynamic instability having heart rate >120 bpm.

Trial locations and contacts

1 site in 1 country.

Pakistan1 site
  • Govt .Mian Meer Hospital

    Lahore, Punjab Province, 54000

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About this study

Official title: Comparison Of Blow Bottle Positive Expiratory Pressure (BBPEP) Versus Acapella on Oxygenation ,Peak Expiratory Flow Rate (PEFR) Among Patient With Chronic Bronchitis

Comparison of Blow Bottle Positive Expiratory pressure(BBPEP)versus acapella on Oxygenation ,peak Expiratory Flow Rate(PEFR)among patient with chronic bronchitis.

Read the detailed description

Worldwide most of the people belong to all age group may affected with Non communicable diseases(NCD) which leads them toward death globally . According to stats World Health Organization (WHO) declares about 41 million people are died due to NCD which means about 71 %people are died globally due to this .Chronic Respiratory diseases are one of the main non communicable disease . About 9.0 million(3.6%) adult belong to age group of 18 or older may suffer from chronic bronchitis . Hallmark of chronic bronchitis is that cough and sputum production for more than >3months in each of at least two connective years. Chronic bronchitis effects every third person having COPD but it may effect any body who had normal pulmonary functions. Now a days positive expiratory pressure (PEP)devices are used along Cardio Pulmonary Therapy(CPT) .PEP devices are help full in mobilize the secretion in lower respiratory tract , may also beneficial in collateral ventilation ,mucous secretion and most importantly optimize functional residual capacity among people who had pulmonary complications. Many PEP devices are available in market but BBPEP is in low cost and are easily in approach of every single person .PEP is non invasive technique used to improve clinical outcome .

In this study investigator compare the effect of BBPEP and Acapella in participant having chronic bronchitis .In case of BBPEP patient expires against resistance of water column which increase PEP ( positive expiratory pressure ) in inlet which transferred airway patients lungs this will keep the alveoli patent or may recruit the collapsed alveoli. This will decrease airway resistance and improve lung compliance . As airway resistance decreases the amount of SPO2 AND PEFR also improved . participant are randomly assigned into two different group GROUP(A) AND GROUP(B) Group (A) receive intervention by using BBPEP device along with deep breathing exercises group (B)participant use acapella devices so out come will be measured participant rotate the device toward positive(+) sign to increase resistance or may rotate device to minus (-) to decrease resistance participant is in comfortable short sitting position ask him to take deep breath and hold it for 3 sec nose clip attached to the participant participant lips sealed mouthpiece ask him to exhale into mouth piece maneuver repeated for 10 to 12 breath with 3 to 4 huffs all the steps repeated for 15 minute. study will be carried out for 8 weeks , 3 days per week. Outcome variables will be Peak flow meter , pulse oximeter ,casa q scale ,heart rate, respiratory rate blood pressure. Data will be analyzed on SPSS-25.

Being tested
blow bottle positive expiratory pressure, acapella
Keywords
alveolar collapse,hypersecreation,airway obstruction
Medical subject headings
Bronchitis, Chronic

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • blow bottle positive expiratory pressureDevice

    Water was poured into a 1 L plastic container until it reached a 10 cm height. A 30 cm long tube was put into the water in the bottle, 8 cm deep. The participants were instructed to close their mouths around the tubing in the apparatus for three seconds to produce bubbles, do this for a total of 10 breaths, perform two huffs, then cough. Such exhalations were conducted in two sets of ten, with a five-minute pause in between. For each subject, a fresh, disposable tube and bottle were utilized,Because it is a homemade device and can be used with less equipment and with more ease at home . patient perform session three day per week for the duration of 8 weeks , each session last for 35-40 minutes.

  • acapellaDevice

    Make sure the frequency adjustment dial has been rotated counterclockwise to the lowest frequency-resistance setting before using the Acapella for the first time.On a chair, adopt a straight stance. maintaining a straight back and relaxing your elbows on a table. Now gradually tilt your head upward to maintain the opening of your upper airways.Inhale more deeply than you frequently do. Make sure your lips are encircling the mouthpiece, then blow into the device with a strong expiration.You should ideally blow out roughly twice as quickly as usual.For around ten breaths, keep going like this.Make careful to expel to clear the secretions from the airways after the final try. You can even conduct 2 to 3 "huffs" to improve secretion elimination when necessary.It should be noted that while using the device, you must be capable of exhale for a minimum of three to four seconds. patient perform session three day per week for the duration of 8 weeks , each session last for 35-40 minutes

Study groups in NCT06086730
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
blow bottle positive expiratory pressureExperimentalWater was poured into a 1 L plastic container until it reached a 10 cm height. A 30 cm long tube was put into the water in the bottle, 8 cm deep. The participants were instructed to close their mouths around the tubing in the apparatus for three seconds to produce bubbles, do this for a total of 10 breaths, perform two huffs, then cough. Such exhalations were conducted in two sets of ten, with a five-minute pause in between. For each subject, a fresh, disposable tube and bottle were utilized
Receives: Device: blow bottle positive expiratory pressure
acapellaActive comparatorMake sure the frequency adjustment dial has been rotated counterclockwise to the lowest frequency-resistance setting before using the Acapella for the first time. On a chair, adopt a straight stance. maintaining a straight back and relaxing your elbows on a table. Now gradually tilt your head upward to maintain the opening of your upper airways. Inhale more deeply than you frequently do. Make sure your lips are encircling the mouthpiece, then blow into the device with a strong expiration. You should ideally blow out roughly twice as quickly as usual. For around ten breaths. Make careful to expel to clear the secretions from the airways after the final try. You can even conduct 2 to 3 "huffs" to improve secretion elimination when necessary. It should be noted that while using the device, you must be capable of exhale for a minimum of three to four seconds.
Receives: Device: acapella

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. pulse oximeter

    Pulse oximeter that measures the proportion of oxygenated hemoglobin in the blood in pulsating vessels, especially the capillaries of the finger or ear.

    Measured: 8 weeks

  2. peak expiratory flow rate (PEFR)

    Peak expiratory flow rate is the volume of air expelled from the lungs in one quick exhalation and is reliable indicator of ventillation adequacy as well as air flow obstruction .The normal peak flow value can range from person to person and is dependent upon factors such as sex ,age height

    Measured: 8 weeks

  3. casa q scale

    The cough and sputum assessment questionnaire (CASA-Q) was used to measure the severity and impact of cough and sputum in patients with COPD and chronic bronchitis. CASA-Q scores of each domain demonstrated significant association with HRQoL impairment CASA-Q was strongly lower when chronic bronchitis was present, but multivariate analyses demonstrated that the association of HRQoL impairment was greater with the cough impact domain score than with the usual definition of chronic bronchitis. The CASA-Q targets cough and sputum by an original approach assessing both the symptoms and impacts in dailyactivities within the last 7 days. Each item is answered ranging from never to always or from not at all to a lot / extremely as applicable each type is answered using five categories.

    Measured: 8 weeks

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted17 Oct 2023
  2. Study start20 Jul 2023
  3. Primary completion1 Dec 2023
  4. Study completion10 Dec 2023

Resources

More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design
Study type
Interventional
Phase
Phase N/A
Primary purpose
Treatment
Allocation
Randomised
Intervention model
Parallel groups
Masking
Single blind
Who is masked
Participant
Enrolment
36 participants (actual)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT06086730
Sponsor's protocol ID
REC/0347
Status last verified
Dec 2023
First submitted
11 Oct 2023
Last updated
27 Dec 2023
Results posted
No
Data monitoring committee
No
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
No
Individual data sharing
No

Publications

  • Liverani B, Nava S, Polastri M. An integrative review on the positive expiratory pressure (PEP)-bottle therapy for patients with pulmonary diseases. Physiother Res Int. 2020 Jan;25(1):e1823. doi: 10.1002/pri.1823. Epub 2019 Nov 25.

    PubMed 31762162
  • Widysanto A, Goldin J, Mathew G. Chronic Bronchitis. 2025 Feb 6. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2026 Jan-. Available from http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK482437/

    PubMed 29494044
  • Kim V, Criner GJ. Chronic bronchitis and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Am J Respir Crit Care Med. 2013 Feb 1;187(3):228-37. doi: 10.1164/rccm.201210-1843CI. Epub 2012 Nov 29.

    PubMed 23204254
  • Sehlin M, Ohberg F, Johansson G, Winso O. Physiological responses to positive expiratory pressure breathing: a comparison of the PEP bottle and the PEP mask. Respir Care. 2007 Aug;52(8):1000-5.

    PubMed 17650355
  • Patterson JE, Hewitt O, Kent L, Bradbury I, Elborn JS, Bradley JM. Acapella versus 'usual airway clearance' during acute exacerbation in bronchiectasis: a randomized crossover trial. Chron Respir Dis. 2007;4(2):67-74. doi: 10.1177/1479972306075483.

    PubMed 17621572
  • Sharma P, Prem V, Jain S. Immediate Effects of Acapella(R) on Dynamic Lung Compliance in Mechanically Ventilated Patients with Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome: A Case Series. Indian J Crit Care Med. 2018 Feb;22(2):100-102. doi: 10.4103/ijccm.IJCCM_157_17.

    PubMed 29531450

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

A study testing blow bottle positive expiratory pressure and acapella in people with Chronic Bronchitis, run by Riphah International University at 1 site in Pakistan.

The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.

Who may be eligible to take part?

The sponsor lists 6 inclusion and 8 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.

Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?

The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 27 Dec 2023. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 1 site in Pakistan. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.

Are results available for this study?

The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

pulse oximeter (time frame: 8 weeks). The study lists 3 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?

On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT06086730, which also lists 6 linked publications.

Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 27 Dec 2023.

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