The effect of physiotherapy management in fear of falls in patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): A case report

Abstract

In chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, patients having breathing issues more than balance issues are seen, but in this case fear of fall is seen because of reduced physical capacity and social isolation. Due to reduced physical function physical capacity is reduced and exercise tolerance is reduced. 10 minutes of aerobic exercises (bicycling and treadmill walking) and balance training in uneven surface if done for 6 weeks. Six-minute walk test and for balance berg balance scale is used to evaluate. There is an improvement in berg balance scale and also in 6-minute walk test.