Can exercise ease the burden of pulmonary hypertension? new study investigates

NCT ID NCT05968859

Ongoing Symptom relief Sponsor: Mayo Clinic Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 08, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests whether whole-body aerobic training (like brisk walking) or isolated leg training (with weights) better improves symptoms and quality of life in people with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). About 45 participants with PAH will be assigned to one of the two exercise programs. The goal is to see which approach works best for easing the daily challenges of this condition.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: aerobic training and leg training (exercise)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show that specific exercise programs help ease symptoms and improve daily life for people with pulmonary arterial hypertension.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 45 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Exercise may be challenging for some patients with severe symptoms.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

pulmonary arterial hypertension

As listed by the trial registrant

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

HEALTHY PULMONARY ARTERIAL HYPERTENSION

Contacts and locations

Locations

Mayo Clinic in Rochester

Rochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States

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