Laser Acupuncture Therapy Added to Inspiratory Muscle Training and Aerobic Exercise Training Improves Small Airway Ventilation in Metal Arc Welders
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Laser Acupuncture Therapy Added to Inspiratory Muscle Training and Aerobic Exercise Training Improves Small Airway Ventilation in Metal Arc Welders,SHEHAB M. ABD EL-KADER
Abstract
Background: The adverse effects of arc welding on pul-monary function have been previously documented. Long-term exposure to welding gases and fumes reduced flows in small airways of welders.
Objective: The aim of this study was to compare two types of treatment protocols to determine small airway venti-lation response to aerobic exercise and inspiratory muscle training with or without low intensity laser therapy in metal arc welders.
Material and Methods: Thirty metal arc welding workers who practiced welding job for no less than ten years were enrolled in this study their age ranged from 20 to30 years and were included in two equal groups. The first group (A) received aerobic exercise training and inspiratory muscle training with laser acupuncture therapy for the respiratory system. The second group (B) received aerobic exercise training and inspiratory muscle training. The program consisted of three sessions per week for two months.
Results: This study indicates that there is a significant improvement in measures of small airway ventilation in both groups. There were significant differences between both groups.
Conclusion: These results support the use of laser acu-puncture therapy in addition to the aerobic exercise training and inspiratory muscle training to improve small airway ventilation in metal arc welders.