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Simple breathing exercises may boost brain health in older adults

NCT ID NCT07728279

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Acibadem University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 29, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This pilot study tests whether an 8-week program of daily breathing exercises using a handheld device can improve cognitive function in adults aged 60 and older. Participants are randomly assigned to either perform the breathing exercises or continue their usual routine. Researchers will compare changes in cognitive scores and respiratory muscle strength between the two groups.

What this could mean

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Active substance
inspiratory muscle training using a spring-loaded threshold device (POWERbreathe Medic Classic)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple, low-cost way to help maintain cognitive function in older adults.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study with only 24 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The effect on cognition is still unproven.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 24 people

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Expected to start

Jul 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Jan 2027

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

60 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Individuals aged 60 years and older * Ability to walk 10 meters independently * Literacy (ability to read and write) Exclusion Criteria: * Taking sedative or hypnotic medications, * Having a neurological disorder (history of stroke, Parkinson's disease, MS, dementia), * Presence of cardiovascular complications (individuals diagnosed with COPD, pulmonary diseases, uncontrolled hypertension), * Postural abnormalities such as severe scoliosis or kyphosis, * Having communication problems Criteria for withdrawal from the study: * Individuals who fail to attend 70% of the training sessions, * Individuals who are unable to participate in the interim or final assessments, * Individuals who develop an acute systemic illness, * Individuals who wish to withdraw from the study.

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Older adults

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Locations

  • Acıbadem University

    Istanbul, İ̇stanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

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