Paediatric Post-TB Pulmonary Rehab Study
Paediatric Post-TB Home-based Pulmonary Rehabilitation Feasibility Study
About This Trial
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if a home-based pulmonary rehabilitation program is feasible and acceptable for children ages 6-15 who have recently completed treatment for pulmonary tuberculosis. The main questions it aims to answer are: Can children and caregivers follow a 6-week rehabilitation program? Is the program acceptable and feasible for children and caregivers? Researchers will also explore preliminary changes in walking distance and quality of life. Participants will: Attend a clinic visit for baseline testing, including a 6-minute walk test (6MWT) and the St. George's Respiratory Questionnaire (SGRQ) Receive exercise instructions and a pedometer Complete home-based walking and wall sit exercises twice per week for 6 weeks Receive weekly follow-up from study staff (by phone or home visit) Return to clinic at 6 weeks for follow-up testing
Who May Be Eligible (Plain English)
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Treatments Being Tested
Pulmonary Rehabilitation
The intervention includes twice-weekly walking and wall sit exercises, guided by a physiotherapy assessment. Participants use a pedometer, receive written instructions, and are monitored weekly by phone or home visit. Caregivers supervise the exercises and sessions are logged in a participant workbook.