Breathing workouts may help seniors stay steady on their feet
NCT ID NCT06924138
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests whether a six-week program of functional respiratory muscle training (breathing exercises using a device) can improve balance, physical function, and certain blood markers in healthy adults over 65. Forty participants will be randomly assigned to either the breathing training group or a control group doing only balance exercises. The goal is to see if strengthening the breathing muscles has broader benefits for mobility and stability in aging.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Functional respiratory muscle training using a Powerbreathe device
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a simple breathing exercise to help older adults maintain balance and physical function.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small, early-stage trial in healthy volunteers, not patients. Results may not apply to frail or unwell elderly, and the training may not produce meaningful benefits.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Istanbul Arel University
Istanbul, Zeytinburnu, 34010, Turkey (Türkiye)