Simple breathing techniques may ease pain and anxiety after breast surgery
NCT ID NCT07449273
First seen Mar 18, 2026 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 11 times
Summary
This study tests whether two types of breathing exercises—pranayama and pursed-lip breathing—can reduce pain, anxiety, and improve vital signs in women after breast surgery. 126 participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: pranayama, pursed-lip breathing, or standard care. The exercises are done three times daily for five minutes, starting four hours after surgery. Outcomes are measured on the first and second days after surgery.
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Active substance
breathing exercises (pranayama and pursed-lip breathing)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to ease pain and anxiety after breast surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with no blinding, so results may be influenced by placebo effects. The exercises are short-term and may not work for everyone.
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