Could a simple breathing pattern ease asthma symptoms and improve sleep?
NCT ID NCT07717476
First seen Jul 21, 2026 · Last updated Jul 22, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compares two breathing exercises—box breathing and rhythmic breathing—to see which better reduces breathlessness, improves lung function, and enhances sleep quality in adults with mild to moderate asthma. Participants are randomly assigned to one of the two techniques and practice it three times a week for eight weeks. The goal is to find a simple, non-drug approach that can be added to standard asthma care.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- breathing exercises (box breathing and rhythmic breathing)
- What this could lead to
- If one technique proves more effective, it could offer a simple, drug-free way to help people with asthma breathe easier and sleep better.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with only 36 participants, so results may not apply to everyone with asthma. Breathing exercises are unlikely to replace standard medical care.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Ittefaq Hospital and Ghurki Trust Hospital
Lahore, Punjab Province, 59300, Pakistan
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