Effects of breathing and aerobic exercises on choir singers
Effects of Aerobic and Diaphragmatic Breathing Exercises on Respiratory Functions and Voice Performance of Choir Singers
NA · Medipol University · NCT06745869
This study tests if breathing exercises alone or combined with aerobic exercises can improve the breathing and singing abilities of choir singers.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 42 (estimated) |
| Ages | 25 Years to 60 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Medipol University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Istanbul) |
| Trial ID | NCT06745869 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to compare the effectiveness of diaphragmatic breathing exercises and aerobic exercise training on the respiratory functions and vocal performance of choir singers. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: those receiving only diaphragmatic breathing training, those receiving both diaphragmatic and aerobic training, and a control group. The study will assess improvements in respiratory function and voice performance through various tests conducted by a physiotherapist.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are choir singers aged 25-60 who are minimally active and rehearse regularly.
Not a fit: Patients with neurological or orthopedic diseases or significant cardiopulmonary conditions may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance respiratory health and vocal performance in choir singers.
How similar studies have performed: While similar approaches have been explored, this specific combination of interventions in choir singers is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Being a chorist in an active choir that rehearses at least once a week for an average of 2 hours * Having an inactive or minimally active physical activity level according to the International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form * Being between the ages of 25-60 * Being willing to participate in the study Exclusion Criteria: * Having a neurological or orthopedic disease * Having a condition related to the cardiopulmonary system that would prevent exercise according to the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q)
Where this trial is running
Istanbul
- Choric Culture Association — Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye) (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Sıla YILMAZ, PhD (c.) — İstanbul Medipol University
- Study coordinator: Sıla YILMAZ, PhD (c.)
- Email: yilmazsila18@gmail.com
- Phone: 4448544
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Respiratory Muscles, Cardiorespiratory Fitness, Singing, Respiratory Function Tests, Voice, Diaphragm, Exercise, aerobic