Effect of Structured Physical Therapy Exercsie Protocol on Obesity Secondary to Hypothyroidism

Abstract

Objectives: The objectives of the study were as follows : (1)To find effect of aerobic exercises along with
medications on obesity secondary to hypothyroidism. (2) To find effect of resistance exercises along with
medications on obesity secondary to hypothyroidism.(3) To find effect of aerobic and resistance exercises
along with medications on obesity secondary to hypothyroidism.
Methods: Ethical clearance was obtained from the institutional ethical committee. A total of 30 hypothyroid
and obese subjects were assessed and 24 were included in this study based on inclusion criteria, the individuals
were allocated in two groups : Group A ( n = 12 ) received only prescribed medications and group B ( n= 12 )
received aerobic and resistance exercises along with prescribed medications. Pre - and post – test were done
for assessing obesity by BMI and physical performance by Physical Performance Test Scoring form and the
outcome measures were analysed after 8 weeks.
Results : Intergroup statistical analysis for BMI ( p < 0.05 ) and Physical Performance Test Scoring form
( p < 0.05 ) revealed extremely significant difference post-intervention. Analysis of BMI for Group A ( p =
1.613 ) was not significant and for Group B ( p < 0.05 ) was extremely significant.
Conclusion : The study results concluded that aerobic and resistance exercises was significantly effective in
reducing BMI and improving Physical Performance compared to controlled group (Group A ).