Simple diaphragm release may ease breathing in hunchback patients
NCT ID NCT06656143
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tested a hands-on technique called diaphragmatic myofascial release in 44 adults with thoracic kyphosis (excessive rounding of the upper back). The goal was to see if releasing tension in the diaphragm muscle could improve chest expansion and heart rate. Participants received either standard physical therapy or standard therapy plus the diaphragm release. The trial is complete, and results may help guide future physical therapy for this condition.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Diaphragmatic myofascial release (a hands-on technique to relax the diaphragm muscle)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple physical therapy addition to help people with rounded upper backs breathe easier and improve heart function.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with only 44 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The technique is manual and effects may vary.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Riphah International University
Islamabad, Federal Capital, 45750, Pakistan