Improving blood pressure and vascular function in older adults with sleep-disordered breathing through muscle training.
Time-efficient inspiratory muscle strength training for improving blood pressure and vascular function in older adults with sleep-disordered breathing
This study is testing a quick and easy breathing exercise that takes just 5 minutes a day for six weeks to see if it can help lower blood pressure and improve heart health in older adults with sleep apnea.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Arizona NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tucson, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11081806 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates a time-efficient method of inspiratory muscle strength training (IMST) aimed at lowering blood pressure and improving vascular function in older adults suffering from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Participants will engage in a simple training regimen that requires only about 5 minutes a day for six weeks. The study focuses on how this training can reduce resting systolic blood pressure and improve cardiovascular health, particularly in a population that often struggles with traditional exercise regimens. By targeting the sympathetic nervous system's activity, the research aims to provide a novel approach to managing hypertension in older adults with sleep-related breathing disorders.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea who may have difficulty adhering to traditional exercise programs.
Not a fit: Patients without sleep-disordered breathing or those who are not older adults may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide a simple and effective intervention for lowering blood pressure and enhancing cardiovascular health in older adults with sleep-disordered breathing.
How similar studies have performed: Preliminary studies have shown promising results with similar approaches, indicating potential for significant improvements in blood pressure and vascular function.
Where this research is happening
Tucson, United States
- University of Arizona — Tucson, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bailey, E. Fiona — University of Arizona
- Study coordinator: Bailey, E. Fiona
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.