Efficacy Of Interval Aerobic Training Versus Laser Puncture Therapy On The Severity Of Restless Leg Syndrome In Chronic Obstructive Lung Patients
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.64252/tkx42w69Keywords:
Interval aerobic training; laser puncture therapy; restless legs syndrome; fatigueAbstract
Background: Although restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a common neurological condition, little is known about how it manifests and is treated in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The benefits of interval aerobic training and laser puncture therapy on RLS severity, fatigue, sleep quality, hemoglobin levels, and functional ability in individuals with COPD were compared in this randomized controlled experiment.
Methods and materials: Sixty male patients aged 40–60 years, diagnosed with COPD and RLS for at least six months and with a body mass index (BMI) between 25.0–29.9 kg/m², were recruited from the outpatient clinic at Aboker Hospital and Zezini PT Private Center. Participants were randomly allocated into two equal groups (n = 30 each). Group A underwent an interval aerobic training program using a cycle ergometer in addition to standard medical treatment, whereas Group B received laser puncture therapy three times per week for 12 weeks alongside conventional medical care. Outcome measures included the Restless Legs Syndrome Rating Scale (RLSS), hemoglobin concentration, the Fatigue Severity Scale (FSS), the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), and the Six-Minute Walk Test (6MWT).
Results: Group A demonstrated significantly greater improvements than those in Group B. Specifically, mean differences were 6.53 ± 0.68 on IRLS, 3.90 ± 0.72 g/dL in hemoglobin, 6.70 ± 0.60 on FSS, 5.50 ± 1.41 on PSQI, and 16.70 ± 7.85 meters on the 6MWT (p < 0.001 for IRLS, Hb, and FSS; p = 0.001 for PSQI; and p = 0.037 for 6MWT)
conclusion: In patients with COPD who have restless leg syndrome, both interval aerobic training and laser puncture therapy have been shown to improve functional performance, reduce RLS symptoms, and alleviate fatigue and poor sleep. Nonetheless, for individuals who are unable to participate in formal physical training, laser puncture therapy can be an additional choice.
