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Online Guest Lecture on Respiratory Muscle Training in Rehabilitation of Low Back Pain

Event Date: 16-01-2025

A Online Guest lecture was organised by School of Allied Health Sciences on the Topic “Respiratory Muscle Training in Rehabilitation of Low Back Pain” under the guidance of Prof.(Dr.) Shagun Agarwal was conducted on 16/01/2025 via Zoom Platform from 12 noon onwards. It delivered by the expert Speaker Dr. Leila Ahmadnezhad Shahid Rajaee Teacher Training University, Iran. 

The lecture focused on the role of respiratory muscle training (RMT) in managing and rehabilitating low back pain (LBP). The speaker highlighted the biomechanical and physiological connections between respiratory function and spinal stability, emphasizing how weakened respiratory muscles can contribute to postural imbalances and chronic pain. 

Dr.  Leila Ahmadnezhad

Dr. Leila Ahmadnezhad holds a Ph.D. in Sports Injury and is currently an Assistant Professor at Shahid Rajaee Teacher Training University in Tehran. Her primary expertise lies in the rehabilitation of children with intellectual disabilities and individuals with lower back pain. She has published numerous national and international articles in the field of sports rehabilitation. Additionally, she spent two years as a member of a research team at the University of Valencia, Spain. Leila has also been invited as a keynote speaker at several national and international conferences. This session was aimed to understand the role of breathing in sports and explore exercise to strengthen respiratory muscle for enhance performance. 

She began the lecture by Explanation of key topics: 

  • Importance of Breathing in Sports
  • Diaphragmatic Breathing (Belly Breathing)
  • Strengthening these muscles is essential for athletes needing greater endurance and power
  • How to improve your heart & long functioning with this simple exercises.
  • Scientific Evidence
  • Daily Breathing Exercises Schedule
  • The session concluded with an interactive Q&A segment, where participants engaged with the speaker to discuss practical implications, patient case studies, and future research directions in this emerging field.
  • The guest lecture provided valuable insights for students and faculties in physiotherapy, sports medicine, and rehabilitation sciences, reinforcing the importance of an integrative approach to LBP management.

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