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Breathing and qigong: a drug-free approach to easier breathing for damaged lungs?

NCT ID NCT07725991

Symptom relief Sponsor: Riphah International University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 24, 2026 · Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Summary

This trial tests whether combining resonant breathing (slow, paced breathing) with Qigong exercises can improve lung function, reduce shortness of breath, and boost quality of life in adults aged 40–65 with bronchiectasis, a chronic lung condition. Participants are randomly assigned to either resonant breathing alone or resonant breathing plus Qigong for three weeks. The study measures changes in lung function, breathlessness, and quality of life using standard questionnaires and spirometry.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Resonant breathing and Qigong exercises
What this could lead to
If effective, this combination of breathing techniques and gentle movement could offer a low-cost, drug-free way to improve breathing and daily life for people with bronchiectasis.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 46 participants over 3 weeks, so results may not apply broadly. The exercises require regular participation and may not help everyone.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

46 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Dec 2025

Expected to finish

Jul 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

40 to 65 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Adults aged 40 to 65 years * Both male and female participants * Diagnosed with bronchiectasis confirmed by clinical and radiological findings * Clinically stable for at least 4 weeks (no acute exacerbation) * Willing and able to participate in breathing and/or Qigong exercise sessions regularly for 3 weeks Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals who have experienced a recent flare-up of bronchiectasis in the last month. * Patients with serious heart, muscle, or nerve disorders that restrict movement * Participants already enrolled in other respiratory therapy programs. * Those with mental or communication difficulties preventing proper participation.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

bronchiectasis

As listed by the trial registrant

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Bronchiectasis adult

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Riphah International University

    Sheikhupura, Punjab Province, Pakistan

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