Simple breathing and relaxation techniques may ease recovery after heart surgery

NCT ID NCT07542691

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: Istanbul Aydın University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether combining breathing exercises with progressive muscle relaxation can reduce shortness of breath, anxiety, and delirium in patients recovering from heart surgery. 116 adults will be randomly assigned to either receive these techniques plus standard care, or standard care alone, for 30 minutes daily over three days. The goal is to see if this simple approach improves recovery and reduces complications.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: respiratory physiotherapy and progressive muscle relaxation exercises
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to help people recover more comfortably after heart surgery.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 116 participants. The results may not apply to all heart surgery patients, and the benefits might be modest.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety anxiety disorder delirium Dyspnea

As listed by the trial registrant

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ANXIETY CARDIAC SURGERY DELIRIUM DYSPNEA

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