Breathing muscle training for severe obesity and sleep apnea
Part of Brain & nervous system, Hormones & metabolism, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests whether a high-intensity breathing exercise program can strengthen the muscles you use to inhale, in people with severe obesity and sleep apnea. The goal is to see if it improves breathing and sleep quality.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have a BMI over 40 (class III obesity).
- You have been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea.
- You do not have serious lung, heart, or kidney disease.
- You are not using medications that affect muscle strength.
- You are not currently using CPAP therapy.
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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