New breathing exercise could help ventilator patients breathe on their own

NCT ID NCT07256821

First seen Jan 05, 2026 · Last updated Jun 09, 2026 · Updated 19 times

Summary

This study aims to find the right level of breathing exercise to strengthen the diaphragm in patients who have trouble coming off a ventilator. Researchers will test four different exercise levels on 40 adults with a tracheostomy, measuring muscle effort and asking patients how they feel. The goal is to create a program that is both effective and comfortable for patients.

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Locations

  • Royal Brompton and Harefield Hospitals

    RECRUITING

    Marlow, SL7 3AS, United Kingdom

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