One-person trial tests breathing workouts for rare nerve disease

NCT ID NCT06539598

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Florida Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether 12 weeks of respiratory strength training could improve breathing and swallowing in a person with Friedreich's ataxia. The participant did breathing exercises against resistance and had tests before and after the training. Because only one person took part, the results are very limited and cannot be generalized.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Respiratory strength training (breathing exercises against resistance)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a simple exercise program to help people with Friedreich's ataxia breathe and swallow better.
What could go wrong: This was a very small study with only one participant, so results may not apply to others. It also only looked at short-term effects.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Friedreich ataxia

As listed by the trial registrant

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

FRIEDREICH ATAXIA

Contacts and locations

Locations

Clinical Research Center

Gainesville, Florida, 32610, United States

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