Breathe easy: simple mindfulness exercise may prevent blood pressure drops during C-Section

NCT ID NCT07494955

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

Summary

This study tests whether a 5-minute mindfulness-based breathing exercise, done just before spinal anesthesia, can reduce the common drop in blood pressure and ease anxiety in women having a planned C-section. Half of the 150 participants will do slow, guided breathing (about 6 breaths per minute) while silently repeating a calming phrase; the other half will receive standard care. The main goal is to see if the breathing group has a smaller drop in blood pressure in the first 10 minutes after the spinal injection.

What this could mean

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Active substance

Mindfulness-based breathing exercise

What this could lead to

If it works, this simple breathing technique could become a standard, drug-free way to reduce anxiety and blood pressure drops during planned C-sections.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage trial (150 participants) testing a short-term effect. The results may not apply to emergency C-sections or women with certain health conditions.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety anxiety disorder hypotensive disorder

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  • Atatürk University Research Hospital

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    Erzurum, 25240, Turkey (Türkiye)

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