Sticky tape could ease breathing in obesity, new study hopes
NCT ID NCT07012967
First seen Feb 23, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 7 times
Summary
This study tests if applying special elastic tape to the chest can improve lung function, breathing muscle strength, and sleep quality in people who are overweight or have mild to moderate obesity. Researchers will measure breathing tests and sleep quality in 36 adults before and after four weeks of taping. The goal is to see if this simple, non-drug approach can help ease breathing problems and poor sleep linked to excess weight.
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Istınye University, Istanbul,
RECRUITINGIstanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
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