Home workouts may ease asthma symptoms, small study suggests
NCT ID NCT04088669
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested an 8-week home-based pulmonary rehabilitation program for adults with asthma. The program included stretching, strengthening, breathing exercises, and walking, using simple equipment found at home. Researchers measured changes in lung function, exercise capacity, and asthma control in 30 participants. The goal was to see if a convenient, low-cost program could improve asthma management.
What this could mean
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Active substance
home-based pulmonary rehabilitation (stretching, strengthening, breathing exercises, and walking)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a low-cost, convenient way for people with asthma to improve their breathing, exercise capacity, and quality of life at home.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 30 participants and no control group, so results may not apply to everyone. The program requires motivation and may not replace standard medical care.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Bahçelievler Public Hospital
Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
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Bezmialem Vakıf University
Istanbul, Eyüp, Turkey (Türkiye)