Effect of Diaphragmatic Breathing Exercises on Mental Fatigue and Upper Extremity Functions
Key Findings
This study explored the impact of mental fatigue induced by motor imagery on upper limb function. It found that mental fatigue can lead to decreased elbow flexion strength, hand grip strength, and upper extremity endurance, while also increasing tactile sensitivity.
Intervention
Participants who underwent 12 sessions of diaphragmatic breathing exercises showed significant improvement in elbow flexion strength and grip strength affected by mental fatigue.
Implications
The study suggests that breathing exercises may help mitigate the effects of mental fatigue on upper extremity functions, highlighting the importance of considering these effects in rehabilitation programs.
