Breathing and yoga may ease asthma symptoms, small study finds

NCT ID NCT07440953

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Riphah International University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at whether Papworth breathing (a slow, controlled breathing method) combined with Bridge Pose yoga could help people with asthma. 58 people aged 15-20 with mild to moderate asthma took part. One group did only Papworth breathing, while the other added Bridge Pose yoga, both for 8 weeks. Researchers measured shortness of breath, lung function, chest expansion, and quality of life before and after the program.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Papworth breathing and Bridge Pose yoga
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a simple, drug-free way to help people with asthma breathe easier and feel better day-to-day.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study with only 58 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The techniques are complementary and not a replacement for standard asthma medication.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

asthma Dyspnea

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ASTHMA

Contacts and locations

Locations

DHQ Muzaffargarh

Muzaffargarh, Punjab Province, 24200, Pakistan

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