Impact of Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program on Respiratory Function and Exercise Tolerance in Subjects with Down Syndrome
Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS) - Year 2017, Vol 16, Issue 2
Abstract
Background: Down syndrome subjects complain of many pulmonary dysfunctions that adversely affect the general health and quality of life. Objective: The aim of this study was to detect the effect of pulmonary rehabilitation program on respiratory functions and exercise tolerance in Down syndrome subjects. Subjects and Methods: Forty Down syndrome subjects (22 males and 18 females) with age ranged from 18-25 years and IQ level ranged from 55-65% were enrolled in the present study and were assigned into two equal groups, group (A) received pulmonary rehabilitation program included breathing exercises via resisted diaphragmatic breathing by abdominal weights in addition to aerobic exercise on treadmill 3 times per week for successive 2 months, while group (B) received no intervention and was considered as a control group. Measurements of vital capacity (VC), maximum voluntary ventilation (MVV), arterial oxygen saturation (SaO2), maximum oxygen consumption (VO2max.) and respiratory rate (RR) were taken before the study and after the end of the study. Results: The mean values of VC, MVV, SaO2 and VO2 max were significantly improved and RR significantly decreased in group (A), while changes were not significant in group (B). In addition, there were significant differences between mean levels of the investigated parameters of group (A) and group (B) at the end of the study. Conclusion: Pulmonary rehabilitation program improves respiratory function and exercise tolerance in Down syndrome subjects.
Authors and Affiliations
Riziq Allah Mustafa Gaowgzeh, Mohamed Faisal Chevidikunnan, Fayaz Rahman Khan
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