Status:

RECRUITING

A Study Of Resilience And Mental Well-Being Through Breathing Practice For Clinical Care Professionals

Lead Sponsor:

Mayo Clinic

Conditions:

Burnout, Healthcare Workers

Breathing Exercises

Eligibility:

All Genders

18-85 years

Phase:

NA

Brief Summary

The purpose of this study is to assess the immediate and long-term effects of structured breathing on clinical symptoms related to mental health including anxiety, depression, perceived stress, and sl...

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • Participants must be healthcare professionals at the above-mentioned 4 MCHS sites (Eau Claire, La Crosse, Mankato, Albert Lea).
  • Must score ≥40 on Copenhagen Burnout Inventory Q1-6.
  • Participants must be physically fit enough to perform light exercise.
  • Participants should read and understand English well enough to consent, complete measures, and follow instructions.
  • Participants must have access to a smartphone or tablet.

Exclusion

  • Active primary psychotic disorder or substance use disorder (except nicotine dependence) within the past year.
  • Severe or unstable medical condition that could interfere with participation or data collection.
  • Active neurological condition (including seizure disorder, traumatic brain injury, or stroke) that could affect cognitive functioning or brain imaging results.
  • Chronic lung disease (e.g., COPD, cystic fibrosis) or aneurysm.
  • Current pregnancy or planning to become pregnant during the study period

Key Trial Info

Start Date :

October 27 2025

Trial Type :

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation :

ESTIMATED

End Date :

June 1 2026

Estimated Enrollment :

40 Patients enrolled

Trial Details

Trial ID

NCT07218458

Start Date

October 27 2025

End Date

June 1 2026

Last Update

December 4 2025

Active Locations (4)

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Mayo Clinic Health System-Albert Lea

Albert Lea, Minnesota, United States, 56007

2

Mayo Clinic Health System-Mankato

Mankato, Minnesota, United States, 56001

3

Mayo Clinic Health System-Eau Claire Clinic

Eau Claire, Wisconsin, United States, 54703

4

Mayo Clinic Health System-La Crosse

La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States, 54601