Breathing exercises for frail older adults
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests whether training the muscles used for breathing can improve lung function and breathing strength in frail older adults. If you qualify, you may receive a simple breathing exercise program that could help you feel stronger and breathe easier.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 80 years old or older.
- You have been diagnosed with frailty (a condition of increased weakness and lower energy).
- You can stand and walk on your own, with or without a cane or walker.
- You are able to understand and follow instructions for breathing exercises.
- Your health has been stable for at least 3 months.
- You do not have severe memory problems, uncontrolled high blood pressure, recent chest or belly surgery, or a muscle disease that affects breathing.
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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