Breathe easy: 10 minutes a day may boost Seniors' Well-Being
NCT ID NCT07263828
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether a simple 15-minute daily breathing meditation program for 10 days could lower stress and improve quality of life in people over 65. 128 older adults took part, with half doing the meditation and half receiving no intervention. Researchers measured stress, sense of coherence, and quality of life before and after the program.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- breathing meditation
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a simple, free, and side-effect-free way for older adults to lower stress and improve their quality of life.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study with no blinding or long-term follow-up. The results may not apply to everyone, and the benefits might be short-lived.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Sinop University
Sinop, Turkey (Türkiye)