Breathing training may ease cravings and boost lung health in addiction recovery
NCT ID NCT06961838
First seen May 13, 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.
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Üsküdar University
RECRUITINGIstanbul, Turkey, Turkey (Türkiye)
What this could mean
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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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