Simple breathing device may help lower blood pressure in obesity

NCT ID NCT05459636

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

Summary

This study tests whether using a handheld breathing trainer for a few minutes each day can lower blood pressure in adults with obesity. Researchers will compare high-resistance versus very-low-resistance breathing exercises over eight weeks. The goal is to find a time-efficient way to improve heart and lung health.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

inspiratory muscle strength training device

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to help manage blood pressure in people with obesity.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage study with only 44 people. It may not show a meaningful effect, and results may not apply to everyone with obesity.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Obesity obesity disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Florida State University

    RECRUITING

    Tallahassee, Florida, 32306, United States

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