New breathing exercise aims to help ventilator patients get stronger faster
NCT ID NCT07256821
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at how to best strengthen the diaphragm—the main breathing muscle—in patients who are on a ventilator and have a tracheostomy. Researchers will test four different levels of breathing resistance and ask patients how they feel during each one. The goal is to design a breathing exercise program that is both effective and not too distressing for patients.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Inspiratory muscle training (breathing exercises at different resistance levels)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could lead to a better breathing exercise program that helps patients on ventilators recover faster and leave the hospital sooner.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with only 40 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The exercises may still be uncomfortable or not improve outcomes.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Royal Brompton and Harefield Hospitals
RECRUITINGMarlow, SL7 3AS, United Kingdom