Breathing training may ease childhood Asthma—A trial tests it

NCT ID NCT05945355

Recruiting now Disease control Sponsor: Duke University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Aug 05, 2026 · Last updated Aug 06, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at whether inspiratory muscle training—exercises that strengthen breathing muscles—can improve asthma in children aged 6 to 17 with moderate to severe asthma. It compares two training intensities against a sham (inactive) device over 8 weeks. The trial also examines how obesity affects asthma and breathing muscle function, aiming to find better ways to manage the condition.

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 using a PrO2 device at low or high intensity, compared to a sham device
What this could lead to: If effective, this could offer a drug-free way to ease asthma symptoms and improve breathing in children, especially those with obesity.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial, and the training may not improve asthma control. The sham comparison helps, but results may not apply to all children.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

childhood onset asthma Obesity obesity disorder Pediatric Obesity

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ASTHMA IN CHILDREN OBESITY PEDIATRIC ASTHMA PEDIATRIC OBESITY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Duke Health Center Creekstone
RECRUITING

Durham, North Carolina, 27703, United States
Duke Healthy Lifestyles Clinic
RECRUITING

Durham, North Carolina, 27704, United States

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