Breathing workouts may rewire genes in arthritis patients
NCT ID NCT07320846
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether standard breathing exercises and extra muscle-strengthening breathing training can affect a specific gene (HOTAIR) in people with rheumatoid arthritis who also have lung disease. Researchers will compare two groups: one doing standard rehab and one adding inspiratory muscle training. They will measure changes in gene expression, breathing capacity, pain, and quality of life over 12 weeks.
What this could mean
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Active substance
pulmonary rehabilitation program and inspiratory muscle training
What this could lead to
If successful, this study could reveal how breathing exercises affect genes linked to inflammation, potentially guiding future treatments for rheumatoid arthritis-related lung disease.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early observational study (39 people) looking at genetic markers, not a treatment trial. Results may not lead to direct patient benefits or apply to everyone.
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University of Health Sciences
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