Diaphragm Structure and Function in Children

Description

The purpose of this research is to study the feasibility of a specific training program for the breathing muscles (inspiratory muscle training) and the effects on how breathing is regulated during exercise in typically developing children.

Conditions

Respiratory Muscle Training

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Study overview

The purpose of this research is to study the feasibility of a specific training program for the breathing muscles (inspiratory muscle training) and the effects on how breathing is regulated during exercise in typically developing children.

Understanding the Influence of Diaphragm Structure and Function on the Control of Breathing During Exercise in Children

Diaphragm Structure and Function in Children

Condition
Respiratory Muscle Training
Intervention / Treatment

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Contacts and Locations

Baltimore

University of Maryland, Baltimore, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21201

Participation Criteria

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Eligibility Criteria

  • * Age range 6-12 years of age
  • * History of neuromuscular, cardiac, or pulmonary disease
  • * Known intellectual or developmental problems that would preclude the ability to assent
  • * Ruptured eardrum
  • * Recent injury or condition (less than 6 months ago) that precludes strength testing or walking
  • * Recent (less than 2 weeks ago) or current respiratory or other type of illness

Ages Eligible for Study

6 Years to 12 Years

Sexes Eligible for Study

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Collaborators and Investigators

University of Maryland, Baltimore,

Simon Ho, PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR, University of Maryland, Baltimore

Study Record Dates

2025-04