Breathe better, think better? new study tests simple exercise combo for seniors
NCT ID NCT07505914
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study is testing whether adding breathing exercises to balance training can improve thinking skills in people aged 65 and older. Forty participants will do 30 minutes of balance exercises plus 15 minutes of breathing exercises twice a week for 8 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in memory, attention, and lung function to see if the breathing component makes a difference.
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 and balance training
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a simple, drug-free way to help older adults stay sharp and steady.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 40 people. The results may not apply to everyone, and the improvements might be modest.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Müzeyyen Keçeli Aile Sağlığı Merkezi
RECRUITINGIstanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
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