Effects of Body Awareness Therapy on Physical and Psychosocial Outcomes in Adults With Asthma

NCT07411040 | Not Yet Recruiting

• 1 other identifier: 2026/01-1819
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 67
• Locations: 0 countries
• Sites: N/A

Brief Summary

This study aims to investigate the effects of Body Awareness Therapy on physical and psychosocial outcomes in adults with asthma. Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition that can affect breathing, physical activity, and emotional well-being. In addition to medical treatment, non-pharmacological approaches that support body awareness and breathing may help individuals manage their symptoms more effectively. Participants in this study will be randomly assigned to either a Body Awareness Therapy group or a control group receiving standard care. The Body Awareness Therapy program includes guided exercises focusing on posture, breathing, movement, and awareness of bodily sensations. The program will be delivered over several weeks by a trained physiotherapist. The main outcomes of the study include physical function, respiratory symptoms, quality of life, psychological well-being, and body awareness levels. The results of this study are expected to provide evidence on whether Body Awareness Therapy can be an effective supportive approach in asthma management and rehabilitation.

Conditions

Asthma

Keywords

asthma; body awareness; body awareness therapy

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (2)

• Six-Minute Walk Test Distance

  Physical function will be assessed using the Six-Minute Walk Test (6MWT). Total walking distance covered in six minutes will be recorded. (Units of Measure: Meters)

  Baseline (Week 0) and Post-intervention (Week 8)

• Asthma Control Test Total Score

  Asthma symptom severity will be assessed using the Turkish Asthma Control Test (T-ACT). The total questionnaire score will be analyzed.

  Baseline (Week 0) and Post-intervention (Week 8)

Study Arms (2)

Body Awareness Therapy Group

EXPERIMENTAL

Participants will receive a structured Body Awareness Therapy program delivered by a trained physiotherapist.

Behavioral: Body Awareness Therapy; Other: Standart Care

Standard Care Control Group

ACTIVE COMPARATOR

Participants will receive standard medical care for asthma without additional body awareness intervention.

Other: Standart Care

Interventions

Body Awareness Therapy BEHAVIORAL

A structured Body Awareness Therapy program delivered by a trained physiotherapist, including guided exercises focusing on breathing awareness, posture, gentle movement, and attention to bodily sensations.

Body Awareness Therapy Group

Standart Care OTHER

Participants will continue their usual medical care for asthma without additional body awareness intervention.

Body Awareness Therapy Group; Standard Care Control Group

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 18 Years - 65 Years
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: No
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)

You may qualify if:

• Adults aged between 18 and 65 years.
• Clinically diagnosed asthma confirmed by a physician.
• Stable asthma condition (no acute exacerbation in the last 4 weeks).
• Receiving regular medical treatment for asthma.
• Able to understand and follow instructions for the intervention.
• Willing to participate and provide written informed consent.

You may not qualify if:

• Diagnosis of chronic respiratory diseases other than asthma (e.g., COPD, bronchiectasis).
• Acute asthma exacerbation within the last 4 weeks.
• Severe cardiovascular, neurological, or musculoskeletal conditions that may limit participation in physical activity.
• Current participation in another structured exercise or rehabilitation program.
• History of major psychiatric disorders that may interfere with participation (e.g., psychotic disorders).
• Pregnancy.
• Cognitive impairment affecting the ability to follow instructions.

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Recep Tayyip Erdogan University: lead
• İstanbul Yeni Yüzyıl Üniversitesi: collaborator

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Asthma

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Bronchial Diseases; Respiratory Tract Diseases; Lung Diseases, Obstructive; Lung Diseases; Respiratory Hypersensitivity; Hypersensitivity, Immediate; Hypersensitivity; Immune System Diseases

Study Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Phase: not applicable
• Allocation: RANDOMIZED
• Masking: SINGLE
• Who Masked: OUTCOMES ASSESSOR
• Purpose: TREATMENT
• Intervention Model: PARALLEL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Dr

Model Details: Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two parallel groups: an intervention group receiving Body Awareness Therapy and a control group receiving standard care. Outcomes will be compared between groups at baseline and after completion of the intervention period.

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: January 31, 2026
• First Posted: February 13, 2026
• Study Start: February 1, 2026
• Primary Completion: April 1, 2026
• Study Completion: May 1, 2026
• Last Updated: February 13, 2026

Record last verified: 2026-02

Data Sharing

• IPD Sharing: Will not share