Clinical trials
COPD clinical trials
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, a group of lung conditions that block airflow. We’re tracking 415 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06909773Recruiting
COPD testing in people with heart disease
This study looks for undiagnosed COPD in people with heart conditions like coronary heart disease, atrial fibrillation, or chronic heart failure. If you have heart disease and are over 40, you may join to see if you also have COPD and benefit from combined care.
AnqingAges 40 years+ - NCT06892210RecruitingPhase 4
Steroid comparison for COPD flare-ups
This trial compares two common steroids, hydrocortisone and prednisolone, to see which works better for treating COPD flare-ups. It may help you recover faster from a sudden worsening of your breathing.
Rønne, BornholmAges 40 years+ - NCT06891755Recruiting
Lung deflation procedure for severe emphysema
This study tests a bronchoscopic treatment to release trapped air in severely hyperinflated lungs caused by emphysema. It may help you breathe easier if you have advanced COPD and meet specific lung function and imaging criteria.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 40–84 - NCT06851195Enrolling by invitation
Electrical stimulation for leg strength in COPD
This trial tests whether a gentle electrical stimulation applied to your leg muscles can help you feel less breathless and less tired during daily activities, and improve your confidence in exercising. It is for people with stable COPD who are already in a pulmonary rehab program.
Kaohsiung, TaiwanAges 18 years+ - NCT06625944Recruiting
How viral infections affect lung disease
This study looks at how viral infections impact people with chronic lung conditions like COPD or bronchiectasis. It aims to understand symptoms and triggers better, which could help improve future treatments.
LondonAges 18 years+ - NCT06820749Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Study of HSK31858 tablets for lung mucus conditions
This trial tests an investigational tablet for people with chronic lung diseases like bronchiectasis, COPD, or asthma who produce at least 10 mL of sputum (mucus coughed up from the lungs) each day. The goal is to see if the drug safely reduces excess airway mucus.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06800586Recruiting
Air pollution and health: new early warning signs
This study looks for new early warning signs (biomarkers) of how air pollution affects lung and blood health. It is for people with COPD, lung cancer, or leukemia who have never smoked much, as well as for healthy hospital workers.
Bologna, BolognaAges 18 years+ - NCT06782724RecruitingPhase 2
Psilocybin therapy for distress in advanced illness
This trial tests whether a single dose of psilocybin (a psychedelic medicine) can help reduce depression and distress in people with advanced lung disease, ALS, multiple sclerosis, or Parkinson's. You would receive preparation, the drug, and follow-up support in a safe, supervised setting.
PragueAges 18 years+ - NCT06301841Recruiting
Antibiotic choice for COPD with pneumonia in ICU
This trial is testing a new way to choose antibiotics for people with COPD who get pneumonia and need intensive care. The goal is to find the best treatment using a personalized approach.
CaenAges 18 years+ - NCT06776731Recruiting
Does extra oxygen during rehab help lung disease patients?
This study tests whether breathing extra oxygen during outpatient pulmonary rehabilitation helps people with COPD. Participants will have their oxygen levels checked during exercise to see if extra oxygen improves their rehab results.
Winterthur, Canton of ZurichAges 18 years+ - NCT06756646Recruiting
Aerobic exercise and BFRT for COPD patients
This trial tests if adding a special band (BFRT) to walking or biking can help people with COPD breathe better and get stronger. It may be a good option if you have moderate to very severe COPD and haven't been in a rehab program lately.
Tainan, TaiwanAges 30–85 - NCT06755008Recruiting
Cell repair for lung health in COPD
This study tests whether special stem cells can help repair lung damage in people with COPD. It may help us understand how to improve lung function for those who smoke or have smoked.
Montpellier, HéraultAges 18 years+ - NCT06749262Recruiting
Inclined vs. standard exercise for COPD
This study compares walking on an incline to standard walking for people with COPD. It aims to find which exercise method is better for improving breathing and mobility.
Omaha, NebraskaAges 45–80 - NCT06744179Enrolling by invitation
Post-TB Sequelae Study: How the body heals after TB
This study looks at how the body recovers from tuberculosis (TB). It compares people who have had TB to those who have not, to understand long-term health effects. Participants will be asked to come for follow-up visits in Dhaka.
Dhaka, Dhaka DivisionAges 6 months+ - NCT06726590Recruiting
Gene testing for better medication outcomes
This study collects blood, urine, and cheek swabs, along with health information, to see how your genes affect your response to medications. You may be eligible if you take many medications or are on blood pressure or depression medication.
Bryan, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06702072Recruiting
Oxygen use after lung valve treatment
Researchers want to see if a bronchoscopic lung volume reduction procedure with Zephyr valves changes how much oxygen your body uses during simple tasks. You may be eligible if you are scheduled for this valve treatment and do not rely on constant oxygen for daily activities.
GroningenAges Any age - NCT06702696Recruiting
Study on aronia berries for COPD inflammation
This trial tests whether eating aronia berries (black chokeberries) can help reduce inflammation in people with COPD. It may offer a natural way to manage COPD symptoms.
Istanbul, ZeytinburnuAges 50–80 - NCT06670443Recruiting
Electrical stimulation for COPD breathing and leg muscles
This trial tests if electrical stimulation can help people with COPD strengthen both their breathing and leg muscles. It may improve your ability to move and breathe more easily.
DokkiAges 40–65 - NCT06653413Recruiting
Using dynamic chest x-ray to diagnose COPD
This study tests if a new type of chest x-ray (dynamic chest x-ray) can help diagnose COPD. You would breathe normally and deeply while the x-ray takes images for 20 seconds. This could be a more comfortable way to check for COPD compared to standard breathing tests.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 40–80 - NCT05495698Recruiting
One or multiple inhalers plus app support for COPD
This trial looks at whether using one or more inhalers, together with a smartphone app, can help people manage chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) better. You may be eligible if you have COPD, need “triple therapy” (three medicine types), and can use the app and surveys.
Rotterdam, South HollandAges 40 years+ - NCT06615492Recruiting
Lung transplant study: comparing two ECMO methods
This study compares two ways of using a heart-lung machine (ECMO) during lung transplant surgery. The goal is to see if using ECMO only when needed works as well as using it for everyone. This could help reduce risks and improve recovery.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges 18 years+ - NCT06597331Recruiting
Heart function study for COPD flare-ups
This study looks at how a COPD flare-up might affect the heart in people who haven't had a heart attack or known heart muscle damage before. It uses a simple heart ultrasound to check for stress-related changes.
Gothenburg, Region Västra GötalandAges 18 years+ - NCT06595784Recruiting
COPD and heart disease study
This study looks at people who have both COPD (a long-term lung condition) and a heart problem. The goal is to learn more about how these two conditions affect each other and to help doctors provide better care.
AlexandroupoliAges 35–99 - NCT06583395Enrolling by invitation
Meditation retreat study with fitness tracker
This trial studies people attending a 7-day meditation retreat to see how meditation affects well-being. You will wear a fitness tracker and answer surveys.
Palm Desert, CaliforniaAges 21 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for copd?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 415 recruiting copd 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 copd 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 copd 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.
Related conditions
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.