Could a home breathing program help kids with duchenne?

NCT ID NCT07629284

ENROLLING_BY_INVITATION Symptom relief Sponsor: Samsung Medical Center Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests whether a 6-week, caregiver-assisted breathing program done at home with remote coaching is practical and helpful for children with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Twelve children will do breathing exercises, airway clearance, and relaxation techniques at least 5 times a week. Researchers will measure how well families stick with the program and whether it improves breathing strength.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Home-based respiratory telerehabilitation program (breathing exercises, airway clearance, relaxation techniques)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a convenient, caregiver-led way to help children with Duchenne muscular dystrophy maintain or improve their breathing at home.
What could go wrong: This is a very small, early feasibility study with only 12 children, so results may not apply to everyone. The program relies on caregiver support and may not work for all families.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Duchenne muscular dystrophy Respiratory Aspiration

As listed by the trial registrant

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

DUCHENE MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Samsung Medical Center

Seoul, Seoul, 06351, South Korea

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