Effects of inspiratory muscle training in lung cancer patients

Investigation of the Effects of Functional Inspiratory Muscle Training on Oxygen Consumption, Muscle Oxygenation, Balance and Physical Activity Level in Patients With Lung Cancer

NA · Gazi University · NCT06245343

This study tests if special breathing exercises can help lung cancer surgery patients breathe better and feel stronger after their treatment.

Quick facts

PhaseNA
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment40 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 80 Years
SexAll
SponsorGazi University (other)
Drugs / interventionschemotherapy, immunotherapy
Locations1 site (Ankara, Çankaya)
Trial IDNCT06245343 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study investigates the impact of functional inspiratory muscle training on patients who have undergone surgery for lung cancer. It aims to address the decline in pulmonary function and muscle strength that often follows surgical treatment. Participants will be divided into a training group and a control group to evaluate the effectiveness of the training on respiratory muscle function and overall physical activity levels. The study seeks to improve postural stability and exercise tolerance in these patients.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18-80 who have undergone surgical treatment for lung cancer and are currently in remission.

Not a fit: Patients with uncontrolled comorbidities or acute infections may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could enhance respiratory function and quality of life for lung cancer patients post-surgery.

How similar studies have performed: While inspiratory muscle training has shown promise in other contexts, this specific application in lung cancer patients is novel and untested.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

1. Patients aged 18-80 years with lung cancer
2. Patients who have undergone surgical treatment (wedge resection, segmentectomy, lobectomy, bilobectomy) for lung cancer
3. Lung cancer treatment completed, in remission and under follow-up

Exclusion Criteria:

1. According to the American Association of Sports Medicine (ACSM) with absolute and relative contraindications to exercise tests
2. Patients who are having comorbidities such as uncontrolled hypertension, diabetes mellitus, heart failure or atrial fibrillation
3. Patients who are having acute infection during evaluation
4. Patients who are having orthopedic, neurological, psychological, etc. problems that limit evaluations

Where this trial is running

Ankara, Çankaya

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

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Conditions: Lung Cancer, Lung cancer, Oxygen consumption, Muscle oxygenation, Balance, Physical activity, Functional inspiratory muscle training

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.