Keywords
Breathing exercise; Posture; Forced Vital Capacity; Algometry
Abstract
Background: Breathing exercises are used in both clinical and home settings for a variety of purposes. Their functions range from reducing anxiety and stress to recuperating pulmonary function, depending on the technique and style employed. Existing literature has demonstrated that breathing exercises increase Forced Vital Capacity (FVC) and may be able to improve postural stability due to engagement of the diaphragm when regularly practiced.
Objective: The purpose of this study was to determine whether a novel breathing exercise would be effective in improving respiratory, postural, and muscular function.
Methods: In order to evaluate this claim, a randomized, double-blind, controlled study was used with 22 participants randomly assigned to either the control group (silent relaxation) or an interventional group that were given the novel breathing exercise that focuses on utilizing back muscles to support lung activation. Participants were tested on their thoracic expansion, FVC, Forced Expiratory Volume in 1 second (FEV1), grip strength, muscle tenderness, oxygen saturation and given a modified Clinical Test of Sensory Interaction and Balance (mCTSIB). Participants practiced their given assignment twice a day for one week, then all measures were retested.
Results: After conducting the two-armed, randomized control trial with 22 participants, investigators analyzed the data and determined that in all examined variables apart from pressure algometry the results were found to not be statistically significant.
Thesis Completion Year
2026
Thesis Completion Semester
Spring
Thesis Chair
William Hanney
College
College of Health Professions and Sciences
Department
School of Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Sciences
Thesis Discipline
Health Science
Language
English
Access Status
Open Access
Length of Campus Access
None
Campus Location
Orlando (Main) Campus
STARS Citation
Wilson, Tristan P., "Assessing The Effects Of A Novel Breathing Exercise On Respiratory, Postural, And Muscular Performances" (2026). Honors Undergraduate Theses. 564.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/hut2024/564
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