Role of diaphragmatic breathing exercise in the rehabilitation of chronic low back ache

Abstract

A 55-year-old male patient who has undergone physiotherapy sessions on and off for about 6 months has been admitted to the hospital for the recurrence of back pain along with it he has slight breathing issues while performing day-to-day activities, especially in forward bending activity and has been treated with pain killers and muscle relaxants during the medication periods. The patient is feeling better again, but his symptoms continue to worsen. Later, he was referred to a pulmonologist for additional evaluation after presenting with decreased diaphragm excursion, which was causing a disordered breathing pattern. He was treated with medication and referred to additional rehabilitation for low back pain management after a thorough physical examination that also included checking the patient's core and deep breathing muscles Activities of Daily Living (ADL) activities.