Clinical trial No longer in our active list Interventional Ages 20 to 35

Comparing two types of training for improving breathing in healthy young adults

Official title: Comparison of Inspiratory Muscle Training and Thera-band Resistive Training on Diaphragmatic Strength and Pulmonary Function of Healthy Adults.

Run by Riphah International University · NCT06632847 · Data updated 2026-05-14

This study is no longer in our active list. It may have stopped recruiting or finished. The details below are as of 2026-05-14 and are kept for reference. Check ClinicalTrials.gov for its current status, or see similar studies below.

This study is testing whether two different types of breathing exercises can help healthy young adults improve their lung strength and function over eight weeks.

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Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages20 Years to 35 Years
SexAll
Enrollment56 (estimated)
SponsorRiphah International University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Rawalpindi, Punjab)
Trial IDNCT06632847 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are healthy young adults aged 20 to 35 who are non-smokers and have a normal FEV1/FVC ratio.

Probably not a fit

Patients with chronic airflow limitations, acute illnesses, or obesity may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the effects of inspiratory muscle training (IMT) and Thera-band resistive training on pulmonary function and diaphragmatic strength in healthy young adults. A randomized controlled trial will involve 56 participants aged 20 to 35, who will undergo either IMT or Thera-band training over an 8-week period. Assessments will be conducted at baseline, mid-point, and at the end of the intervention to measure improvements in respiratory health. The goal is to provide evidence on the benefits of IMT for enhancing respiratory muscle strength and endurance.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance respiratory health and performance in healthy young adults.

How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown positive outcomes with inspiratory muscle training in various populations, suggesting potential success in this healthy cohort.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Both male and female participants.
* 20 to 35 years
* FEV1/FVC ratio above 60%
* Non-smokers

Exclusion Criteria:

* Acute illness within last 2 weeks
* Obese patients whose BMI greater than 30kg
* Patient with history of chronic airflow limitation or any diagnosed disease.
* Patient with acute infection.

Where it's running

  • Railway General Hospital
    Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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