Effects of brief remote high ventilation breathwork with retention on mental health and wellbeing: a randomised placebo-controlled trial.
Sci Rep July 23, 2024 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-64254-7 (opens in new tab) via PubMed Central
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractA randomised placebo-controlled trial tested the effects of a brief, remote high-ventilation breathwork practice that included breath retention on mental health and wellbeing. The intervention improved self-reported wellbeing and reduced anxiety compared to a placebo control condition. The findings suggest that even short, remotely delivered breathwork sessions can produce measurable benefits for mental health.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Randomised placebo-controlled trial Randomized Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Intervention | high ventilation breathwork with retention |
| Key finding | Brief remote high-ventilation breathwork with retention improved wellbeing and reduced anxiety compared to placebo. |
Abstract
Effects of brief remote high ventilation breathwork with retention on mental health and wellbeing: a randomised placebo-controlled trial.