RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07129278

Breathwork Intervention for Posttraumatic Stress

Breathwork Intervention for Individuals With Post-Traumatic Stress Symptoms


Sponsor

Florida State University

Enrollment

30 participants

Start Date

May 7, 2025

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

The goal of this single-site, single-arm pilot study is to examine the impact of breathwork training for posttraumatic stress symptoms in an adult veteran population. Participants will complete a single, in-person breathwork session (2 hours) led by a certified breathwork facilitator and engage in an integration session (30 minute) with a licensed psychologist. Participants will be invited to engage in two, optional, virtual follow up breathwork sessions (40 minute practice each) during weeks 2 and 3 following the in-person breathwork session.


Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is testing whether a structured breathwork practice (controlled breathing exercises) can reduce symptoms of PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) in adults who have been professionally diagnosed. **You may be eligible if...** - You have received a professional diagnosis of PTSD - You are 18 or older - You can understand English instructions fluently - You are able to put other new treatments on hold while participating in this study **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have done breathwork before - You have asthma, COPD, or any breathing or respiratory condition - You have uncontrolled high blood pressure or issues with fainting - You have a neurological condition such as epilepsy - Your PTSD or mental illness is so severe that you cannot manage basic daily tasks - You have cardiovascular or peripheral arterial disease Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALBreathwork

Participants will complete their single-session, 2-hour training in a small group with the Breathwork instructor.


Locations(2)

Diamond Rose Sanctuary

Branford, Connecticut, United States

Florida State University

Tallahassee, Florida, United States

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