New breathing test studied in spine arthritis patients

NCT ID NCT07515131

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at chest expansion, lung function, and a new measure of breathing muscle strength called the S-index in 52 people with radiographic axial spondyloarthritis and healthy controls. The goal was to see if these measures differ between the two groups and if the S-index could be useful for assessing lung health in this condition. The study is complete and did not test any treatment.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to

If successful, this study could show that the S-index is a useful new way to monitor breathing muscle strength in people with axial spondyloarthritis.

What could go wrong

This is a small, observational study with only 52 participants. It does not test any treatment, so it cannot directly improve patient care.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

ankylosing spondylitis Axial Spondyloarthritis Respiratory Aspiration spondyloarthropathy

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Gazi University Hospital, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    Ankara, 06560, Turkey (Türkiye)