Simple stretches may ease asthma symptoms, small study finds

NCT ID NCT07331662

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

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested two types of stretching exercises—thoracic cage stretching and intercostal stretching—in 56 adults with asthma. The goal was to see if these stretches could improve chest expansion, reduce shortness of breath, and increase oxygen levels. Participants did the stretches four times a week for 30-40 minutes. The findings could offer simple, non-drug ways to help manage asthma symptoms.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: stretching exercises (thoracic cage stretching and intercostal stretching)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could point toward simple, drug-free exercises to help asthma patients breathe easier and feel less short of breath.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed trial with only 56 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Stretching alone is unlikely to replace standard asthma treatments.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

asthma disease

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ASTHMA ASTHMA (DIAGNOSIS)

Contacts and locations

Locations

Sehat Medical Complex Hanjerwal

Lahore, Pakistan

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