Can 'Ocean Breath' fix tech neck? small study tests breathing exercise for slouched students

NCT ID NCT07052552

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

Summary

This study looked at whether adding a breathing technique called ujjayi pranayama (ocean breath) to osteopathic manipulative treatment could improve lung function and physical ability in college students with upper cross syndrome—a condition from poor posture caused by too much screen time. Forty students participated, and researchers measured their breathing and walking capacity. The goal was to see if this combination could ease symptoms like muscle imbalances and restricted breathing.

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Active substance
Ujjayi pranayama (ocean breathing technique) and osteopathic manipulative treatment
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to improve breathing and movement in people with upper cross syndrome.
What could go wrong
This was a small, completed study with only 40 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The intervention is not a cure and focuses on symptom relief.

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  • Mohamed Saied Zidan

    Cairo, 11571, Egypt

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