Simple breathing workout may boost heart blood flow
NCT ID NCT05632614
First seen May 09, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tested whether a daily breathing exercise called inspiratory muscle strength training (IMST) can improve blood flow to the heart in people with coronary artery disease. Forty adults completed either a high-intensity or low-intensity version of the exercise for 8 weeks. Researchers used PET scans to measure changes in coronary blood flow before and after the training.
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University of Ottawa Heart Institute
Ottawa, Ontario, K1Y 1J7, Canada
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