Simple breathing and walking exercises may speed lung recovery after COVID-19 pneumonia
NCT ID NCT07656610
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study investigates whether respiratory muscle training and walking exercises can improve lung function, reduce breathlessness, and enhance quality of life in women who have recovered from COVID-19 pneumonia. Eighty women aged 20 to 45 are divided into four groups: a combination of breathing and walking exercises, breathing exercises alone, walking alone, or no exercise. Researchers measure changes in breathing strength, lung capacity, exercise ability, and symptoms over eight weeks.
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Active substance
respiratory muscle training and walking exercise
What this could lead to
If effective, these simple exercises could become a standard part of recovery programs for people with lingering breathing problems after COVID-19 pneumonia.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 80 women, so results may not apply to everyone. The exercises may not lead to meaningful improvements in lung function or quality of life.
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Hitit University Çorum Erol Olçok Training and Research Hospital
Çorum, Çorum, 19100, Turkey (Türkiye)