Breathing training may improve walking after stroke — a trial puts it to the test

NCT ID NCT07727902

Not yet recruiting Disease control Sponsor: Cairo University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 28, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial investigates whether a specific type of breathing exercise — functional inspiratory muscle training — can improve walking patterns in people who had a stroke more than six months ago. Sixty participants will be randomly assigned to either this new training or conventional breathing exercises, both added to standard rehabilitation. The study will measure changes in gait, exercise capacity, and quality of life over eight weeks.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: functional inspiratory muscle training (F-IMT) using a Threshold IMT device
What this could lead to: If it works, this approach could offer a new, non-drug way to improve walking ability and quality of life for people recovering from a stroke.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial. The training may not lead to meaningful improvements in walking, and results may not apply to all stroke survivors.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

stroke disorder

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CHRONIC STROKE PATIENT STROKE REHABILITATION

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