Can a breathing technique ease asthma fatigue?

NCT ID NCT07353242

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

Summary

This study tested whether the Buteyko breathing technique, a method of controlled breathing, can reduce fatigue and improve exercise capacity and asthma control in people with asthma. 90 adults with a recent asthma diagnosis were split into two groups: one learned the Buteyko technique, and the other served as a control. The study measured changes in fatigue and asthma control using standard questionnaires.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Buteyko breathing technique
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to help asthma patients feel less tired and have better control over their symptoms.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study. The results may not apply to all asthma patients, and the technique is not a replacement for standard medical treatment.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

asthma Fatigue

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Gaziantep University

    Gaziantep, Şehitkamil, 27000, Turkey (Türkiye)

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