Breathing Exercises for Improving Brain Health in Obesity
Respiratory Muscle Training to Improve Cerebrovascular and Immune Function
Recruiting
N/A
Interventional Study
Obesity
Cerebrovascular Function
Immune Cells Activity
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
At a Glance
- Age
- 18 – 45
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Basic Science
- Participants needed
- 30 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Florida State University · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for adults with obesity to see if breathing exercises can improve brain health. Participants will undergo an 8-week program of breathing training and have their health checked before and after the program.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I have a body mass index of 30 or more
- My waist measures 88 cm or more if I am female, or 102 cm or more if I am male
You may not be able to join if
- I have had a significant weight change in the last 6 months
- I have a serious cardiovascular, neurological, kidney, liver, or metabolic illness
- I currently have or have had uncontrolled high blood pressure
- I have been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea
- I have had weight loss surgery in the past
- I have been told I have a serious breathing problem
- I have used tobacco or nicotine products in the last 6 months
- I am pregnant, breastfeeding, or post-menopausal
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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About This Trial
Millions of adults in America have too much body fat, resulting in obesity. Obesity is detrimental to health and causes disease. Obesity reduces brain health, which causes the brain to function less effectively. Additionally, a lack of exercise contributes to poorer brain health. Most individuals feel they do not have time to exercise. There is a need for a quicker type of training that improves b…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Body mass index greater than or equal to 30 kg/m2
* Waist circumference greater or equal to 88 cm for females and greater than or equal to 102 cm for males
Exclusion Criteria:
* Not weight stable (\<5% change in body mass over the past six months)
* Overt cardiovascular, neu…
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