Simple breathing workouts may boost strength in frail seniors

NCT ID NCT07328334

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: Universidad Francisco de Vitoria Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests whether an 8-week program of breathing exercises using a handheld device can improve breathing strength and daily function in frail adults aged 80 and older. Thirty participants will be randomly assigned to either a progressive high-resistance training group or a low-resistance sham group. Researchers will measure breathing muscle strength, walking ability, and other physical tests before, right after, and at one and three months after the program.

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Active substance: Inspiratory muscle training device
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a simple, low-cost way to improve breathing and physical function in very old, frail adults.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 30 participants. The sham group still gets some training, so the real benefit may be small. Results may not apply to all frail older adults.

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