Clinical trials
Chronic Respiratory Disease clinical trials
Below are recruiting chronic respiratory disease clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 238 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07405333Recruiting
Coughing exercises vs breathing device after heart surgery in children
This study compares simple coughing exercises with a breathing device (incentive spirometry) to help children recover lung function faster after heart surgery. It may help reduce complications and shorten hospital stays.
Baghdad, Baghdad GovernorateAges 6–18 - NCT07536035Recruiting
Comparing Hospital Care Pathways for Acute Medical Illness
This study compares two different hospital care pathways for adults admitted with acute medical emergencies like infections, falls, or COPD flare-ups. The goal is to see which pathway provides more appropriate and effective care.
SingaporeAges 21 years+ - NCT06897410Recruiting
Support program after hospital discharge for heart or lung issues
This program offers extra support—like social and home care help—after you leave the hospital for a heart or lung problem. It's designed for people 65 and older who live in the Sant Jaume de Calella Hospital area.
Calella, BarcelonaAges 65 years+ - NCT07751705Recruiting
Sputum collection with a chest vibration device for COPD
This study tests whether a chest vibration device helps people with COPD produce sputum (phlegm) more easily during a breathing test. It may help researchers collect better samples to understand and treat COPD.
Hanover, Lower SaxonyAges 40–70 - NCT07684820RecruitingPhase 2
A study of ExPD-101 for COPD with chronic bronchitis and frequent flare-ups
This study tests an experimental drug (ExPD-101) given daily as a pill for 52 weeks for people with COPD who have chronic bronchitis and frequent flare-ups. It compares the drug to a placebo (inactive pill) to see if it reduces flare-ups and improves symptoms.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 40–85 - NCT06419062Enrolling by invitation
Using wearables to monitor COPD at home
This study tests if a wearable device can help track your COPD symptoms between doctor visits. You'll use a smartphone or computer to share data, which may help your care team stay on top of your health.
GlasgowAges 18 years+ - NCT06419036Enrolling by invitation
Using medical devices to monitor COPD at home
This study tests whether wearable medical devices can help monitor your COPD symptoms at home. You will use a smartphone app and a small chest patch to track your breathing, which may help you and your doctor better manage your condition.
GlasgowAges 18 years+ - NCT06334575RecruitingPhase 4
COPD treatment study based on eosinophil levels
This trial tests if inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) work better for COPD patients with different eosinophil levels. You must already be taking two long-acting bronchodilators and have stopped smoking for at least 6 months.
MarburgAges 40 years+ - NCT07353034Recruiting
Social Support for COPD Self-Management
This trial studies whether social support from friends, family, or community can help you better manage your COPD at home. You'll be asked to use online tools and report how you're doing.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 40 years+ - NCT07707245Recruiting
Finding biomarkers in lung disease and lung cancer
This trial studies blood and tissue samples from people with COPD, IPF, or lung cancer to find markers that can help diagnose and predict these conditions. It aims to discover why some lung diseases progress to cancer.
Milan, MilanAges 18 years+ - NCT07707271Recruiting
Continuous vs. interval exercise for COPD
This trial compares two types of exercise training—steady moderate exercise versus short bursts of higher intensity—to see which is more helpful for people with COPD. It aims to find a better way to improve your breathing and fitness.
Thessaloniki, ExohiAges Any age - NCT03331302RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Tested lung imaging scans in stable COPD patients
This study compares two ways of seeing how well your lungs work: a special MRI scan and another scan that uses a different gas. It may help researchers find which imaging test best reflects lung function in people with COPD.
Charlottesville, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT03799354Recruiting
Strength training study for people with COPD
This trial tests whether a maximal strength training program can help people with COPD who are stable. It is looking at people with moderate-to-severe airflow limitation and excludes several other lung and health problems.
Lumezzane, BresciaAges 50–80 - NCT04200079Recruiting
Long-term follow-up study for people with COPD
This study follows people with COPD over time to better understand their lung health and how it changes. It may help researchers and doctors learn what factors affect breathing and long-term outcomes.
Kingston, OntarioAges 40–85 - NCT05196698Recruiting
Home high-flow oxygen after COPD hospital flare
This study tests whether using a special oxygen device at home helps prevent another acute COPD flare after you’ve been hospitalized. It’s mainly for people with severe breathing problems who may need oxygen support long-term.
RouenAges 18–85 - NCT05717192Recruiting
Bronchoscopy treatment to shrink severe emphysema using heat
This trial studies a bronchoscopy procedure that uses heat (thermoablation) to reduce over-inflated lung tissue in people with severe emphysema. If you qualify, it aims to improve breathing and walking ability after trying standard treatments first.
BerlinAges 40–75 - NCT05743582Recruiting
Studying natural immunity in COPD and in healthy adults
This study looks at how the body’s “innate” (first-line) immune system works in people with COPD compared with healthy volunteers. It may help researchers understand COPD inflammation and how immune responses could be targeted in the future.
EdinburghAges 18–77 - NCT06253013Recruiting
CHARM-COPD program of care after a flare-up
This study tests a program of care called CHARM-COPD for people who recently left the hospital after a COPD flare-up. It offers virtual pulmonary rehab or remote monitoring to help you recover and manage your condition at home.
Toronto, OntarioAges 40 years+ - NCT06275230Recruiting
Growing lung stem cells from COPD patients
This trial aims to grow lung stem cells and create mini-lungs (organoids) from the tissue of people with COPD. It may help researchers understand the disease better and develop new treatments.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–55 - NCT06331416Recruiting
Home monitoring after COPD flare-up
This trial tests if people with COPD can use a home monitoring system after a flare-up to help doctors track their recovery. It aims to reduce hospital visits and improve care.
TriesteAges 18–90 - NCT06376994RecruitingPhase 3
Clean air study for COPD
This study tests if using air cleaners at home improves lung health in people with COPD. If you qualify, you may get an air cleaner for your home and be followed for 12 months.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 40 years+ - NCT06377410Recruiting
Ivy extract vs NAC for COPD: Which works better?
This study compares two treatments – a dry powder ivy extract and a common mucus-thinning medicine called NAC – to see which is safer and more effective for people with stable COPD. If you have COPD and are over 40, this trial could help find a better option to manage your symptoms.
Cheras, Kuala LumpurAges 40 years+ - NCT06524856Recruiting
Breathing exercise to increase lung capacity
This study tests a simple breathing device called the Lung Master to see if it can increase lung capacity. You will use it at home for a short time each day, and the researchers will track your progress.
Omaha, NebraskaAges 19 years+ - NCT06655428Recruiting
A new treatment for severe emphysema using heat and liquid
This trial tests a procedure called Endobronchial Thermal Liquid Ablation (ETLA) that uses heated liquid to treat severe emphysema. It is for people with COPD who have very low lung function and shortness of breath, and who have not been able to get relief from other treatments.
Vienna, AustriaAges 40 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for chronic respiratory disease?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 238 recruiting chronic respiratory disease studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a chronic respiratory disease trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a chronic respiratory disease trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
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Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.