Effect of Different Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Techniques Versus Flow Trigger Sensitivity on Weaning Off Mechanical Ventilation

Weaning is a critical stage in respiratory care, requiring strategies to optimize breathing muscle function and reduce patient dependence on ventilatory support. PNF Techniques: These techniques are traditionally used to improve muscle strength and coordination. When applied to respiratory therapy, PNF can enhance diaphragmatic strength, improve chest wall mobility, and promote effective breathing patterns, potentially accelerating the weaning process. Flow Trigger Sensitivity: This approach focuses on fine-tuning ventilator settings to ensure minimal patient effort in initiating breaths. By improving patient-ventilator synchronization, it reduces respiratory muscle fatigue and supports efficient weaning. The study likely compares the two approaches in terms of weaning success rates, duration, and respiratory muscle performance. It may conclude that combining PNF techniques with optimized ventilator settings can improve weaning outcomes by enhancing respiratory muscle functionality and reducing mechanical ventilation dependency.

NCT Number	NCT06831201
Lead Sponsor	Beni-Suef University
Conditions	Respiratory Failure
Enrollment	84 participants
Start Date	2025-02-20
Primary Completion	2025-03-20 (estimated)
Study Completion	2025-04-01 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2025-02-18