Blowing on a toy could speed up pneumonia recovery in kids

NCT ID NCT07106203

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: Ataturk University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests whether pursed-lip breathing exercises, done twice daily with a toy, can improve breathing and readiness for hospital discharge in 66 children aged 3-4 with pneumonia. Researchers will measure changes in heart rate, breathing rate, and oxygen levels before and after each session. If successful, this simple, playful technique could become a standard part of pneumonia care.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Pursed-lip breathing exercises
What this could lead to: If it works, this simple breathing technique could help children with pneumonia recover faster and reduce hospital stays.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 66 children. The exercises may not show a clear benefit, and results may not apply to all children with pneumonia.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

pneumonia Respiratory Aspiration

As listed by the trial registrant

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

PNEUMONIA

Contacts and locations

Locations

Atatürk University Health Sciences Institute and Research Hospital - Department of Pediatrics

Erzurum, Erzurum, 25070, Turkey (Türkiye)

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