CompletedNot Applicable

Effect of Inspiratory Muscle Training on Diaphragm Muscle Thickness, Fatty Liver Density and Aerobic Capacity in Elderly Men: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Turkey (Türkiye)30 participantsStarted 2025-06-05

Plain-language summary

This randomized controlled trial aims to investigate the effects of a 4-week inspiratory muscle training (IMT) program on diaphragm muscle thickness, fatty liver density, functional capacity, and quality of life in elderly men aged 60-80 years. Participants were randomized into an IMT group and a control group. Assessments included diaphragm thickness, fatty liver density (via CT), six-minute walk test (6MWT), and quality of life (SF-12).

Who can participate

Age range60 Years – 80 Years

SexMALE

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Inclusion: * Male, aged 60-80 years * Healthy, without severe comorbidities * Voluntary participation with informed consent Exclusion: * Known respiratory or cardiovascular disease * Neurological or musculoskeletal disorders limiting participation * Recent abdominal or thoracic surgery * Inability to comply with training protocol

What they're measuring

fatty liver density

Timeframe: 4 weeks.

Diaphragm thickness

Timeframe: 4 weeks.

Trial details

NCT IDNCT07193082

SponsorGümüşhane Universıty

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2025-07-15

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