Simple breathing trick may help heart surgery patients sleep better

NCT ID NCT07470034

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Sanko University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tested whether adding a diaphragm release technique to standard cardiac rehabilitation could improve sleep quality and lung function in 30 patients who had coronary artery bypass surgery. One group received standard rehab plus the diaphragm release, while the other received standard rehab alone. Researchers measured breathing, sleep, muscle strength, and pain levels during recovery.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: diaphragm release technique
What this could lead to: If it works, this simple technique could help heart surgery patients sleep better and breathe easier during recovery.
What could go wrong: This is a very small, completed study with only 30 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The technique is non-invasive and low-risk.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

coronary artery disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

CARDIAC REHABILITATION CORONARY ARTERY BYPASS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Sanko Unıversıty

Gaziantep, şehitkamil, 27500, Turkey (Türkiye)

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