Can swimming and breathing training help kids with asthma?

NCT ID NCT07394127

Completed Disease control Sponsor: Gümüşhane Universıty Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study looked at whether adding special breathing muscle training to a swimming program could improve asthma control in children with mild asthma. Thirty children aged 8-11 took part in a 4-week swimming program, with half also doing breathing exercises twice daily. Researchers measured lung function, breathing strength, and asthma control before and after the program.

What this could mean

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Active substance: swimming and inspiratory muscle training
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a simple, drug-free way to help children with mild asthma breathe easier and stay active.
What could go wrong: This was a very small, short-term study (30 kids, 4 weeks). Results may not apply to all children or lead to lasting benefits. The intervention requires daily effort.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

asthma childhood onset asthma chronic asthma

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ASTHMA ASTHMA CHRONIC ASTHMA CONTROL MILD PERSISTENT ASTHMA (CHILDHOOD)

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Locations

Gumushane Univetsity

Gümüşhane, Trabzon, Ordu, Giresun, Rize, Artvin, Gümüşhane, 29600, Turkey (Türkiye)

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