Breathing training may ease cravings and boost lung health in addiction recovery

NCT ID NCT06961838

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Uskudar University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether a 4-week breathing muscle training program can improve lung function, reduce shortness of breath, and lessen cravings in people with substance use disorder. Thirty-four adults receiving inpatient treatment will either do breathing exercises with a device or continue their usual care. Researchers will measure changes in breathing, exercise ability, cravings, mood, and quality of life.

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 programme
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to improve breathing and reduce cravings in people recovering from substance use disorder.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-phase study with only 34 participants, so results may not apply widely. The training is added to standard treatment, so any benefit may be modest.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Motor Activity substance-related disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

EXERCISE PULMONARY FUNCTION REHABILITATION SUBSTANCE ABUSE DISORDER

Contacts and locations

Locations

Üsküdar University
RECRUITING

Istanbul, Turkey, Turkey (Türkiye)

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