Can simple breathing exercises help ALS patients? small study says maybe

NCT ID NCT04224961

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

Summary

This study looked at whether a moderate-intensity breathing exercise program is safe and doable for people with ALS. Nine adults with ALS did four 3-week cycles of respiratory muscle training at home, with weekly check-ins via video call. The main goal was to see if participants could complete the exercises without pain or discomfort, and to measure changes in breathing strength.

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  • Duke University Medical Center

    Durham, North Carolina, 27705, United States

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