Breathing problems may weaken Seniors' fitness, study finds

NCT ID NCT07107191

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Istinye University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This completed study looked at 120 adults aged 65 and older to see if dysfunctional breathing (abnormal breathing patterns without a clear medical cause) is linked to lower physical fitness. Participants completed breathing questionnaires and fitness tests like chair stands, arm curls, and walking. The goal was to understand whether breathing issues independently predict poorer strength, balance, and endurance.

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 the findings show a clear link, it could help doctors screen for breathing issues in older adults to preserve mobility and independence.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed observational study, not a treatment trial. Results may not apply to all older adults, and no intervention was tested.

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DYSFUNCTIONAL BREATHING OLDER ADULTS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Yunus Emre TÜTÜNEKEN

Istanbul, Zeytinburnu, 34010, Turkey (Türkiye)

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