Simple breathing and core exercises may boost stroke recovery
NCT ID NCT06838871
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether combining breathing exercises (inspiratory muscle training) with a core-stability maneuver (abdominal drawing-in) improves balance, walking, and lung function in people who had a stroke 1 to 6 months earlier. Twenty participants were assigned to either the combined training or standard rehab alone. The goal is to see if this easy, low-cost approach can help stroke survivors move more safely and breathe better.
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Active substance
Inspiratory muscle training (breathing exercises) combined with abdominal drawing-in maneuver (core-stability exercise)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple, low-cost addition to stroke rehab that helps people regain balance and walk better.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early study with only 20 participants, so results may not apply to all stroke patients. The exercises are safe but may not provide major benefits over standard rehab.
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Locations
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Zenith Hospital
Seoul, Seoul, 04993, South Korea