Breathing muscle training before joint surgery
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This trial tests whether strengthening breathing muscles before total joint surgery can lower the chance of lung complications after the operation. It may help people who already have breathing problems or a history of smoking.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You have a history of smoking or nicotine vaping
- You have one or more risk factors for lung complications after surgery (like lung disease, breathlessness with light activity, weak breathing muscles, or lower-than-normal lung function)
- Your planned joint surgery is expected to take more than 30 minutes
- You can follow exercise instructions and tell the study team about side effects (like pain, tiredness, or needing help)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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