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Official title Breathwork and Stress: Investigating the Mechanisms of Action and Effectiveness of Breathing Interventions in Modulating the Psychophysiological Response to Acute Stress Test
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07529379
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study investigates whether the psychophysiological benefits of breathing exercises are driven by a specific physiological rhythm (6 breaths per minute) or by the general psychological experience of performing a structured, mindful activity. Researchers aim to determine if "coherent breathing", which is hypothesized to synchronize heart and respiratory rhythms, offers unique physiological protection against stress compared to breathing at a natural pace or simple resting.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 60. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Healthy adults
- Aged 18 to 60 years
- Willingness to participate in all study phases, including preparation and laboratory session.
- Professionally active individuals or university students.
You likely can't join if
- Severe chronic diseases, including metabolic disorders (e.g., diabetes) and mental disorders.
- Cardiac arrhythmia, history of heart attacks, strokes, or heart surgery.
- Regular use of medications such as anxiolytics or beta-blockers (excluding hormonal contraception)
- Pregnancy.
- Current participation in other scientific experiments.
- Significant previous experience with breathing techniques or current independent breathwork/meditation practice (defined as regular practice for more...
See the full eligibility criteria
- Healthy adults
- Aged 18 to 60 years
- Willingness to participate in all study phases, including preparation and laboratory session.
- Professionally active individuals or university students.
- Severe chronic diseases, including metabolic disorders (e.g., diabetes) and mental disorders.
- Cardiac arrhythmia, history of heart attacks, strokes, or heart surgery.
- Regular use of medications such as anxiolytics or beta-blockers (excluding hormonal contraception)
- Pregnancy.
- Current participation in other scientific experiments.
- Significant previous experience with breathing techniques or current independent breathwork/meditation practice (defined as regular practice for more than 7 days in total within the last 12 months).
- Professional sports practice.
- Raynaud's disease
- Inability to abstain from alcohol, caffeine, and nicotine for the required periods before the experiment
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Bialystok, Podlaskie Voivodeship, Poland
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 60 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Bialystok, Podlaskie Voivodeship, Poland. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.