Effect of Buteyko Breathing Technique on Cardiorespiratory Parameters in Obese Young Adults: A Pretest Post Test Quasi-Experimental Pilot Study

H. Vaish¹ , D. Sharma²

Section:Research Paper, Product Type: Journal-Paper
Vol.6 , Issue.7 , pp.29-31, Jul-2020

Online published on Jul 31, 2020

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Abstract :
Background: Obesity is risk factor for several chronic illnesses. The respiratory complications of obesity encompass of an increased demand for ventilation, increased work of breathing, respiratory muscle inefficiency. Higher BMI is a predisposing factor of hypertension. BBT (Buteyko breathing technique) is a breathing strategy that is used to treat different symptoms Objective: The study aimed to evaluate the effect of BBT on cardio-respiratory parameters in obese young adults. Methodology:15 asymptomatic obese (BMI>29.9 Kg/m2 and < 39.9Kg/m2), adults (18-30years) were recruited were enrolled for this preliminary one group pre-test post-test quasi-experimental study. Subjects practiced Buteyko Breathing twice daily for one week. Baseline heart rate (HR), BP, rate of perceived exertion (RPE) and lung function were noted at pre-test evaluation. Post-BBT, evaluation was done for outcome measures. Result and conclusion There was significant improvement in HR, systolic BP and RPE The impact on BP, heart rate are similar to slow breathing but improvement in various pulmonary functions is need to be explored in obese subjects.

Key-Words / Index Term :
Breathing exercise, body mass index, lung function, physiological variables

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