Simple breathing workout may free ventilator patients faster

NCT ID NCT07200037

Not yet recruiting Disease control Sponsor: Capital Medical University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests whether a structured 8-week breathing exercise program can help patients who have been on a ventilator for at least 21 days to wean off more successfully. Researchers will measure diaphragm function and weaning success in 120 participants across multiple centers. The goal is to see if this simple, non-drug approach can reduce time on ventilators and improve recovery.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: inspiratory muscle training (breathing exercises)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could provide a simple, drug-free way to help patients on long-term ventilators breathe on their own sooner.
What could go wrong: This is a relatively small, early-stage trial with no phase designation. The intervention is behavioral, so results may vary widely, and it may not lead to a standard treatment.

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