Effects of Balloon Blowing Therapy and Bubble PEP on Oxygen Saturation, Dyspnea, and Enjoyment in Pediatric Pneumonia
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Conditions studied: Pneumonia in Children
In brief
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.
Key facts
- Study ID
- NCT07578870
- Run by
- Riphah International University
- People needed
- 40
- Starts
- 2026-04-14
- Expected to finish
- 2026-06-05
- Last updated by the study team
- 2026-05-11
Who can join
Age: 6 and older, up to 12. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.
You may qualify if…
- 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%
You may not qualify if…
- Children who are critically ill patients on bi-pep or a ventilator, as well as patients who were intubated and uncooperative
- Children with any oral surgery
- Participants were excluded from the study, if they had any contraindication to the use PEP therapy (severe haemoptysis)
- Refusal to participate or inability to complete full sessions
Where it is running
- Gulab Devi Chest Hospital Lahore — Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan (enrolling)
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