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Could a simple breathing pattern ease asthma symptoms and improve sleep?

NCT ID NCT07717476

Disease control Sponsor: Riphah International University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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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

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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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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 36 people

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Expected to start

Jul 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Dec 2026

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 40 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Male and female patients diagnosed with asthma. * Age between 18 and 40 years. * Patients with mild to moderate asthma who are clinically stable. * Patients able to understand and follow breathing exercise instructions. * Patients willing to provide informed consent and participate in the study. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with severe or uncontrolled asthma. * Patients with acute asthma exacerbation during the study period. * Patients with other significant respiratory diseases (e.g., chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, pulmonary fibrosis). * Patients with severe cardiovascular, neurological, or musculoskeletal disorders that may interfere with participation. * Patients who are pregnant. * Patients unable to perform the breathing interventions or complete study assessments. * Patients participating in another structured respiratory rehabilitation or breathing exercise program.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

asthma disease

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Asthma (diagnosis)

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Ittefaq Hospital and Ghurki Trust Hospital

    Lahore, Punjab Province, 59300, Pakistan

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