Simple breathing training may supercharge cardiac recovery

NCT ID NCT06681740

Recruiting now Disease control Sponsor: University of Cadiz Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether adding a simple breathing exercise (inspiratory muscle training) to standard cardiac rehab helps people with narrowed heart arteries recover better. 72 adults who had a heart procedure (angioplasty) will be split into two groups: one does standard rehab, the other adds breathing training. Researchers will measure exercise capacity, muscle strength, mood, and quality of life after 8 weeks.

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 training (IMT) using a Power Breath device
What this could lead to: If it works, this could make cardiac rehab more effective, helping people breathe easier and improve their daily function after a heart procedure.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 72 participants. The added benefit of breathing training is uncertain, and results may not apply to everyone with heart disease.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

coronary artery disorder myocardial ischemia

As listed by the trial registrant

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

CORONARY ARTERIAL DISEASE (CAD) MYOCARDIAL ISCHEMIA

Contacts and locations

Locations

Hospital Universitario Virgen de la Victoria
RECRUITING

Málaga, 29010, Spain

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