Research project: A preliminary study into the reliability of breathing parameters measured using the LifeShirt® during the slow breathing technique - Dormant - Dormant
Investigates the test-retest repeatability of breathing parameters measured using ambulatory respiratory inductive plethysmography (RIP) in 10 normal subjects during normal breathing and use of the slow breathing technique.Traditional measures of breathing variables have required laboratory based equipment and the use of mouthpieces or face-masks. Newer technology now permits these measures to be performed non-invasively via various instrumented garments. Although the use of such garments is increasing, there are few published data relating to their reliability or validity under different conditions. This preliminary study will look at the repeatability of the measures recorded by one such garment (the LifeShirt®) during normal breathing and during a technique known as slow breathing (often used by physiotherapists in the management of asthma and hyperventilation).