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Breathing Exercises are a versatile set of techniques that involve the conscious regulation of respiratory patterns to promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
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Happy Mother, Healthy Baby (HMHB) is a phase three, two-arm, single-blind, individual randomised clinical trial conducted in the outpatient department of Holy Family Hospital (HFH), a large public tertiary care facility affiliated with Rawalpindi Medical University (RMU).
HMHB is a psychosocial intervention based on CBT for expectant women experiencing anxiety during early pregnancy to mid pregnancy. It draws on the core principles and strategies of the Thinking Healthy Program, an evidence-based psychosocial intervention for mothers experiencing perinatal depression, including psychoeducation, empathetic listening, thought challenging, behaviour activation, family involvement and problem management.35 36 (link) Our formative qualitative research immediately prior to the trial indicated the following risk factors for anxiety: adverse life events, interpersonal problems, lack of support, financial problems, lack of appropriate healthcare, gender preference, pregnancy complications and fear of labour (see Atif et al37 (link) for details). These risk factors are consistent with evidence from other studies conducted in Pakistan.9 38–40 (link)
The intervention is tailored to address risk factors specific to anxiety during pregnancy that were identified in our formative research. It additionally incorporates stress management skills such as breathing exercises. Culturally relevant customised illustrations are used for guided discovery, behaviour activation, stress management and conveying key health messages. The intervention is a series of 5-weekly one-on-one sessions in early to mid pregnancy complemented by take-home exercisestable 1. These are accompanied by a final sixth therapy session in the third trimester of pregnancy, with between two and six complementary booster sessions occurring before the final core session in the third trimester (table 1). These visits are coordinated with women’s routine hospital appointments when possible. The number of booster sessions will depend on the women’s need for additional psychological care and how many additional sessions are possible given her date of enrolment in this study.
Women randomised to the control group will receive enhanced usual care (EUC). WHO recommends eight prenatal visits for positive pregnancy experience,41 which is the target number of visits for study participants in the EUC control group (depending on their gestational week at enrolment). These visits will involve evaluating health status, discussing any concerns and performing routine examinations consistent with the stage of pregnancy (table 2). Usual care will also be enhanced by medical staff at the hospital receiving additional training from the depression module of Mental Health Gap Action Program42 for mental health treatment. Other enhancements to improve adherence to the intervention protocol in both groups include receipt of reimbursements for transportation and for as many ultrasounds as are medically indicated at HFH during pregnancy.
Publication 2020
Anxiety Breathing Exercises Complement C1 Fear Gender Infant Medical Staff Mental Health Mothers Outpatients Physical Examination Pregnancy Pregnancy Complications Secondary Immunization Ultrasonography Visually Impaired Persons Wellness Programs Woman
Two independent reviewers coded the apps’ incorporated techniques based on the following categories: mindfulness/meditation, tracker (including diary or journal), psychoeducation, peer support, and breathing exercise (not exercised as part of a meditation program). These categories were based on previous work done on the therapeutic components of mental health apps [27 ,30 (link)], drawing on the thematic analysis method suggested by Braun and Clarke [31 (link)]. The categories were designed to represent nonoverlapping components of potential therapeutic engagement (see Multimedia Appendix 2 for definitions of categories). Although our goal was to identify how specific techniques related to patterns of app use, our metrics did not enable us to differentiate between various techniques incorporated within the same app (ie, we could not tell which parts in the app the users were using). Therefore, we also added a coding of “primary technique” in cases where the app mostly incorporated one technique that was deemed to be the main reason for the app’s use (eg, mindfulness/meditation). It is important to note that this limitation did not enable us to include app features that might influence user engagement but were not identified as a primary incorporated technique. Similarly, it was not feasible to target specific theoretical modalities, such as cognitive behavioral therapy. Because nearly all apps included some components of cognitive behavioral therapy, these were impossible to dismantle given our data.
An app’s mental health focus was determined in the following manner: first, the app’s description had to explicitly state that it targeted people with [mental health focus] and, second, most of the techniques used within the app had to have been built to help users cope with or manage their symptoms directly related to the mental health focus. We grouped apps based on several mental health foci. Under “mental health problems,” we included apps that were focused on supporting people coping with depression, anxiety-related disorders, and emotional difficulties. We also subcoded the app with the terms (a) anxiety-related disorders or (b) depression if the app specifically targeted only one of these aims. (During our coding process, we did not identify another theme for the remaining apps.) Under “happiness,” we included apps that focused on nurturing happiness or general positivity (eg, exercising gratitude, happiness assessment, suggestions for activities nurturing positive feelings), rather than the management of mental health states or problems.
During our coding process, we found a greater ambiguity around the description of apps with a primary incorporated technique of mindfulness/meditation, which leaned more toward enhancing emotional well-being (ie, helping users achieve a positive sense of experience and good mental health), but also aimed at stress reduction. Therefore, we grouped mindfulness and meditation apps separately and did not attribute either of the two mental health foci to them. For this reason, and to enable a proper comparison between categories, we present the mindfulness/meditation category in both the mental health focus and technique outcomes, despite being the same results.
A Cohen kappa interrater agreement of .92 was obtained for coding the variables of interest (incorporated technique, primary technique, and mental health focus). All disagreements were discussed with a third author with reference to the apps until consensus was reached.
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Publication 2019
Anxiety Disorders Breathing Exercises Cognitive Therapy CTSB protein, human Emotions Feelings Happiness Meditation Mental Health Mindfulness Therapeutics
The IDEAS framework recommends conducting early usability testing, where participants are observed while using the system and asked to “think aloud.” With this method, relevant (implicit and explicit) information on users' interest is gained, and specific aspects in the system that potentially foster or hinder its use are easily identified. In addition, early usability testing based on prototypes may provide new perspectives on the app that can lead to improvement or solutions not yet considered. Using the online prototyping software InVision by InVisionApp Inc. (2017), an interactive prototype of smartphone adapted SbS was created and presented to key informants recruited within Syrian refugee communities in each country. The prototype included the onboarding and introduction session of SbS in which users receive information on the intervention, answer screening questionnaires and create an account. As part of the introduction, users were also introduced to a slow-breathing exercise for relaxation. The prototype further included session 1 of SbS that focusses on behavioral activation through psychoeducation and introduces the planning of enjoyable activities (43 (link), 44 (link)). For the interview, mobile devices were handed to participants and they were asked to interact with the SbS app prototype specifically developed for this purpose. Figure 1 presents a selection of key screens included in this prototype.
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Publication 2018
Breathing Exercises Mesocricetus auratus Refugees SBS-1
The outputs from the first three stages of the intervention mapping process were used to generate detailed intervention materials and a training course for facilitators. The four main REACH-HF intervention elements were:

The Heart Failure Manual: A written self-help resource for use by patients and their caregivers. The resource includes a choice of two structured exercise programmes: A chair-based exercise DVD (developed by one member of the research team (PD) and colleagues specifically for people with heart failure) with seven levels of progressively increasing intensity which guides participants through exercises designed to build cardiovascular fitness and to strengthen muscles to facilitate activities of daily living; and a progressive walking-training programme based on increasing walk duration and intensity over time to build cardiovascular fitness (and leg muscle strength). The starting level (for the DVD) or walking time (for the walking programme) was set based on results from an incremental shuttle walk test (using a table which allows matching of the metabolic equivalent (MET) value of the patient’s individual test results against the MET values for different levels of the training activities). The manual also includes a CD for relaxation and breathing control exercises from the existing Heart Manual [38 ].

The Progress Tracker: An interactive booklet designed to facilitate learning from experience/over time and the building of understanding about how self-care activities impact on symptoms, emotional well-being and quality of life, through practice, self-monitoring of progress and (facilitated) problem solving.

The Family and Friends Resource: a manual for use by caregivers. This aims to increase caregiver understanding and skills both for helping the person with heart failure and for looking after their own physical and mental well-being. The resource is divided into three main sections: 1. Supporting the patient’s self-management of heart failure (“Providing Support”), 2. Caring for the caregiver (“Being a caregiver”) and 3. Practical advice including mobilising social support, accessing benefits and other formal and voluntary support (“Getting Help”).

A training course for facilitators. A training manual/syllabus for a 3-day training course for REACH-HF intervention facilitators was developed. Facilitators were defined as professionals with experience in cardiac rehabilitation or cardiac nursing. The facilitation role is crucial to the success of the REACH-HF programme. As well as being the main delivery process, it enables tailoring of the REACH-HF intervention resources to the individual needs of patients and their caregivers. The course includes the theory and process of facilitation (building rapport using patient-centred counselling techniques [46 ], empowerment and support of self-management, building understanding of the condition [29 (link)]); using behaviour change techniques; techniques for managing stress and anxiety; contents of the manual; supporting exercise and physical activity using the intervention materials; facilitation of the Family and Friends Resource and medical/nursing issues. The training was linked by three case studies of heart failure patients and opportunities to practice facilitation techniques and to problem-solve potentially difficult situations. Additional file 4 outlines the overall facilitation process.

The PPI group commented on the above materials in terms of both format and content. For instance, members of the group tried out the chair-based exercise DVD. They agreed that this would be a helpful component especially for patients with co-morbidities that limit mobility. The group also indicated that we should include the ability to mix and match exercise programmes if patients wished to do this. The PPI chair (KP) co-delivered content at all three training days. A set of quotes or “patient voices” from patients and caregivers in the PPI group and from qualitative interviews were also incorporated into the written resources to help illustrate key points.
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Publication 2016
Anxiety Behavior Therapy Breathing Exercises Cardiovascular System Congestive Heart Failure Emotions Friend Heart Incremental Shuttle Walk Test Metabolic Equivalent Muscle Strength Muscle Tissue Obstetric Delivery Patients Physical Examination Range of Motion, Articular Rehabilitation, Cardiac Self-Management Training Activities
The 3-month intervention consisted of a physical exercise program, including 3 sessions of training per week (on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays). A total of 36 training sessions were carried out for each group. Training was performed under the supervision of a qualified and certified fitness instructor, and under medical supervision, in a professional training room situated in Sport Club City Zen, Poznań. Group A underwent endurance training on cycle ergometers (Schwinn Evolution, Schwinn Bicycle Company, Boulder, CO, USA). Training sessions consisted of 5 min of warm-up (stretching exercises) at low intensity (50-60% of maximum HR); 45 min of training at an intensity between 50 and 80% of maximum HR; 5 min of cycling without load, and 5 min of closing stretching and breathing exercises of low intensity. Group B underwent endurance strength training, which consisted of 5 min of warm-up (stretching exercises) of low intensity (50-60% of maximum HR), a strength component, an endurance component, cycling without load, and closing exercises. The strength component involved 20 min of strength exercises with a neck barbell and a gymnastic ball. To allow muscle power to regenerate, the strength component was variable and repeated regularly every week. On Mondays, upper limb exercises were performed with a neck barbell; Wednesdays involved spine-stabilizing exercises, deep muscle-forming exercises, and balance-adjusting exercises with a gymnastic ball; on Fridays, lower limb exercises with a neck barbell were carried out. The exercises were repeated in series. The number of repetitions of each exercise in the series was dependent on the subjects’ muscle strength and was equal to the number of repetitions performed correctly. The number of repetitions was systematically increased with the increase in subjects’ muscle strength. Between the series of strength exercises, 10- to 15-second regeneration pauses were taken, during which subjects performed isometric exercises. Directly after the strength exercises, the subjects underwent 25 min of endurance exercise on cycle ergometers (Schwinn Evolution) of intensity between 50 and 80% of maximum HR, 5 min of cycling without load, and 5 min of closing stretching and breathing exercises of low intensity. HR during training was monitored with a Suunto Fitness Solution® device (Suunto, Vantaa, Finland). Both training programs were comparable in exercise volume and varied only in the nature of the effort.
Publication 2015
Biological Evolution Breathing Exercises Exercise, Isometric Lower Extremity Medical Devices Muscle Strength Muscle Tissue Neck Regeneration Supervision Training Programs Upper Extremity Vertebral Column

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Patients received passive mobilization strategies, and potentially sitting on the edge of their bed or chair mobilization starting from the first postoperative day at ICU. Patients received physical therapy twice a day until the 3rd postoperative day and then once a day in both groups, as is standard of care [8 (link)]. A standardized program starting at ICU discharge included:

Day 1: Breathing exercises, coughing techniques, control mobilization upper- and lower extremities, transfer from bed to chair with assistance;

Day 2: Exercises as on day 1. Self-transfer from bed to chair with or without assistance, ambulation with assistance for 20 m at surgical ward;

Day 3: Exercises as on day 2. Ambulation with increase in distance (± 15 m) and frequency (3 times), cycling for 5–10 min with 0–10 Watt depending on hemodynamic stability;

Day 4: Exercises as on day 3. Walking stairs (1 floor) with assistance, information on home mobilization, increase cycling duration (5–10 min) and power (10–15 Watt).

Each patient specific exercise program was based on evaluation findings, comorbidities and patient goals. The poster was discussed during physical therapy sessions, where exercises were shown. Patients were encouraged to continue mobilization activities as practiced with the physiotherapist. Furthermore, patients in the poster group were stimulated to practice the poster exercises regularly.
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Publication 2023
Breathing Exercises Hemodynamics Lower Extremity Operative Surgical Procedures Patient Discharge Patients Physical Therapist Therapy, Physical
Participants in both groups will attend three educational sessions together after the baseline assessment (S1 Appendix) (before the NW program starts for the experimental group). Participants will only know the result of the randomization after the education. Educational sessions will be conducted with groups of approximately 6–10 patients. Sessions will be facilitated by a physiotherapist, and will take place in the Faculty of Physiotherapy of The University of A Coruña. Different concepts and guidance related to asthma self-management will be addressed, based on an informative brochure built by the research team. This brochure will be provided to the participants at the end of the education component. If patients miss one session, they will be phone called to wonder about reasons, to be encouraged to assist next sessions and an individual education session will be scheduled to address the missed topic. Besides, patients should keep their usual care, namely attend their regular medical appointments, take the medication under prescription and follow physician recommendations as usual.
Participants in the NW group will additionally enrol in an eight-week NW program [35 (link)] of three sessions per week (total of 24 sessions). Feasibility of the NW program has previously been tested in four patients, who showed a good acceptance and satisfaction with intervention received [34 ]. Each session will last one hour and include: a warm-up period of 15 minutes with articular mobility, body-weight exercises with walking poles, and five minutes of walking without poles; 30 minutes of NW, with an intensity of 70–85% theoretical maximum heart rate (HRmax = 206.9 –(0.7 x age)) [36 (link)]; cold-down period of five minutes of relaxed walk without poles, stretching and breathing exercises. NW program will be provided by the same physiotherapist in charge of the educational component, who was trained in NW in Finland. When participants fail one exercise session, he/she will be called to wonder about reasons and to be encouraged to participate in the next session. After finishing the eight-week period, participants will be encouraged to continue by themselves the NW sessions and a pair of poles will be provided to achieve this objective.
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Publication 2023
Asthma Body Weight Breathing Exercises Common Cold Educational Assessment Faculty Indium Patients Physical Therapist Physicians Range of Motion, Articular Rate, Heart Satisfaction Self-Management Therapy, Physical
The estimates of the risk of infection were provided for two different exercises: endurance (1 h) and resistance (0.45 h). The intensity levels of the two exercises are reported in Fig. 5. Both the exercises were carried out in a 315 m3 gym room. Simulations were performed considering one infected subject for both the exercises; all the subjects (infected and exposed) were considered breathing during the exercise. The infection risk was calculated for both cases (endurance and resistance training) considering each tested subject once as infected and calculating the risk of infection for a simultaneous exercising subject with the median minute ventilation. As a comparison, the infection risk was also calculated for a passive non-exerciser present in the room during the exercise. The infection risk increase factors are calculated by dividing the individual infection risks through the infection risk of a non-exerciser present in the same setting when the infected person is also a passive non-exerciser, which is considered as the lower baseline.
RNA copy concentrations, dose received by exposed subject, and their individual risk were evaluated for different air exchange rates, ranging from 0.5 [typical of room not equipped with mechanical ventilation systems (46 (link))] to 101/h.
Publication 2023
Breathing Exercises Infection Mechanical Ventilation
In the control group, participants received conventional diaphragmatic breathing exercises. The participants were placed in a half-lying position and their hands were placed just below the anterior costal margin, on the rectus abdominus muscle, and inhaled slowly through the nose for 3 seconds, from functional remaining capacity to total lung capacity. Exhalation was performed slowly through the mouth. They were asked to relax their shoulders and upper chest so they could feel the rise and fall of their abdomen with the hand resting on it.15 (link) The method of performing diaphragmatic breathing exercises is shown in Figure 2A. The exercises were performed for 5 minutes and 4 times per day under the supervision of the therapist. They were asked to breathe normally in between the sets of the diaphragmatic breathing exercise.11 (link)

Two intervention exercises for patients following abdominal surgery. (A) Diaphragmatic breathing. (B) Volume incentive spirometry.

In the VIS group, VIS was administered to the patient who was also placed in a half-lying position. A pillow was placed beneath the patient’s knees. The participants were instructed to hold the volume-oriented incentive spirometry and perform slow, deep inhalation, avoiding any forceful expiration.16 (link) The process was first demonstrated to the patient to ensure that they understood the technique’s use before performing it. The method of performing VIS is shown in Figure 2B. The treatment was performed for 5 minutes and 4 times per day under the supervision of the therapist. Both two groups received routine postoperative rehabilitation education before surgery and began to receive treatment guidance 2 days before surgery.
Publication 2023
Abdomen Breathing Exercises Chest Costal Arch Feelings Inhalation Knee Neoplasm Metastasis Nose Operative Surgical Procedures Oral Cavity Patients Rectus Muscle, Extraocular Rehabilitation Shoulder Spirometry Supervision
Nursing and evaluation were made according to the routine nursing of AMI after PCI. The evaluation contents included; Standard medical history; Exercise tolerance; Nutrition, sleep, psychology, and smoking cessation; Respiratory and cardiac functions. Health education was provided, including: Awareness of diseases; Significance of rehabilitation to diseases; Establishing the concept of rehabilitation; Preknowledge of the surgical scene and procedures; Breathing exercises; Rehabilitation exercises; Pain assessment; Diet guidance; Psychological adaptation guidance; and Monitoring and guidance of complications.
Publication 2023
Awareness Breathing Exercises Diet Exercise Tolerance Health Education Heart Operative Surgical Procedures Pain Measurement Rehabilitation Respiratory Rate Sleep Therapies, Exercise

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More about "Breathing Exercises"

Breathing exercises, also known as respiratory training or pulmonary rehabilitation, are a versatile set of techniques that involve the conscious regulation of breathing patterns.
These exercises can help improve lung capacity, reduce stress, and enhance overall respiratory health.
Researchers can utilize PubCompare.ai's innovative AI-driven platform to effortlessly locate the best breathing exercise protocols from literature, pre-prints, and patents, enabling optimized research and discovery.
Breathing exercises can be particularly beneficial for individuals with respiratory conditions such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), or those recovering from lung surgery.
These exercises can help improve oxygen uptake, reduce breathing discomfort, and increase exercise tolerance.
Devices like the Polar heart rate monitor and the Vmax 229 metabolic system can be used to monitor physiological responses during breathing exercises, providing valuable data for researchers.
In addition to physical benefits, breathing exercises can also promote mental and emotional well-being.
Techniques like diaphragmatic breathing, also known as belly breathing, can help reduce stress and anxiety by activating the parasympathetic nervous system.
The TomoTherapy Planning System and the SOMATOM Definition AS128 CT scanner can be used to assess the impact of breathing exercises on respiratory function and overall health.
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