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Simple breathing workouts may boost strength in frail seniors

NCT ID NCT07328334

Symptom relief Sponsor: Universidad Francisco de Vitoria Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests whether an 8-week program of breathing exercises using a handheld device can improve breathing strength and daily function in frail adults aged 80 and older. Thirty participants will be randomly assigned to either a progressive high-resistance training group or a low-resistance sham group. Researchers will measure breathing muscle strength, walking ability, and other physical tests before, right after, and at one and three months after the program.

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Active substance
Inspiratory muscle training device
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, low-cost way to improve breathing and physical function in very old, frail adults.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 30 participants. The sham group still gets some training, so the real benefit may be small. Results may not apply to all frail older adults.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 30 people

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Expected to start

Feb 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Sep 2026

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

80 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Adults aged 80 years or older. * Clinical diagnosis of frailty, defined by a Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB) score \< 9. * Ability to stand and walk with or without assistive devices. * Ability to understand and follow instructions for inspiratory muscle training. * Stable medical condition for at least 3 months prior to enrollment. * Capacity to provide informed consent or availability of a legal Exclusion Criteria: * Acute or unstable cardiovascular, respiratory, or metabolic conditions. * Severe cognitive impairment that prevents understanding the procedures. * Diagnosis of neuromuscular diseases affecting respiratory muscles (e.g., ALS, myopathies). * Severe or uncontrolled hypertension (≥180/110 mmHg). * Recent thoracic or abdominal surgery (\<3 months). * Severe musculoskeletal disorders limiting participation in training. * History of recurrent syncope, severe dizziness, or intolerance to respiratory maneuvers. * Any condition judged by the research team to compromise safety or participation.

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Conditions

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Frailty

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Age-related frailty Frailty syndrome Geriatric health Respiratory muscle weakness

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