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
- NCT02703207Recruiting
Sleep apnea and COPD effects in older veterans
This study looks at how sleep apnea affects thinking skills and overall health in older veterans who also have COPD. It may help researchers understand what changes to target to improve daytime functioning and wellbeing.
Detroit, MichiganAges 60–89 - NCT02800499Enrolling by invitation
COPD subgroup registry for people with cough and shortness of breath
This study enrolls certain people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) to better understand COPD “subtypes” and symptoms like cough, mucus (sputum), and shortness of breath. It may help researchers predict what kind of COPD you have and improve future care.
Seoul, SeoulAges 40 years+ - NCT07610395RecruitingPhase 2
Testing an oral drug for cold virus in COPD patients
This trial tests an oral medication (VPV) to see if it can safely treat rhinovirus (a common cold virus) in people with COPD. The goal is to help you recover faster and prevent serious COPD flare-ups.
Mobile, AlabamaAges 40–85 - NCT07875036Recruiting
Breathing exercises for COPD-related shortness of breath
This study compares two types of breathing exercises to see which one works better for reducing shortness of breath and improving lung function in people with mild to moderate COPD.
RawalpindiAges 40–75 - NCT07875049Recruiting
Breathing exercises for COPD patients after heart bypass surgery
This trial tests whether adding a device called a Flutter to standard chest physical therapy can improve your breathing and lung function after heart bypass surgery. It may help you recover better if you have mild to moderate COPD.
RawalpindiAges 40–70 - NCT02527486Recruiting
Airways registry study for people with COPD symptoms
This registry collects information from people with COPD (and sometimes overlapping asthma-COPD features) to better understand breathing problems and airways behavior. It may help researchers learn which patterns match different symptom types, without necessarily using a new drug.
Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-doAges 20–90 - NCT01822834Recruiting
Registry for adults with bronchiectasis and non-tuberculosis lung bacteria
This study is a registry that collects health information from adults who have bronchiectasis caused by non-tuberculosis mycobacteria (NTM). It helps researchers better understand this condition and improve future treatments.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18–120 - NCT02755974Recruiting
Study of COPD flare-ups in adults with reduced lung function
This study follows people with COPD flare-ups (sudden worsening of breathing) to better understand what happens and what might help. You may be asked for consent and lung-function tests if you meet the breathing and age requirements.
LondonAges 40–100 - NCT05193136Recruiting
Testing sleep and exercise effects on strength and thinking in lung disease
This trial studies whether improving sleep habits can help people with lung conditions like COPD or IPF maintain muscle strength and thinking (cognitive function). It may help by addressing sleep quality and related health factors, but eligibility depends on your current diagnoses and treatments.
Jōyō, KyotoAges 20 years+ - NCT05926713Recruiting
Diet supplement plus exercise for muscle loss with lung disease
This trial studies whether adding a dietary supplement to exercise can improve muscle strength in people with muscle loss (sarcopenia) who also have lung disease such as COPD or ILD. It may help you build strength and function without needing urgent hospital care.
TaichungAges Any age - NCT05306743Recruiting
Quality program for high-risk COPD, tested with primary care teams
This study looks at how well a quality-improvement program (called CONQUEST) helps people with higher-risk chronic lung disease (COPD) when delivered through primary care teams. It compares the program given right away versus usual care for a while, then the program later.
Denver, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT06163131Recruiting
How endobronchial valves affect diaphragm movement in emphysema
This trial measures how well your diaphragm (the main breathing muscle) moves after you get endobronchial valves (tiny one-way valves in your airways) for emphysema. It helps doctors see if the valves improve your breathing muscle function.
AarhusAges 18 years+ - NCT05095090Recruiting
Study of hospital patients with breathing problems
This study looks at patients admitted to the hospital with acute breathing issues or those with ongoing lung conditions. It aims to better understand these conditions and may help improve future care.
LeicesterAges 18–90 - NCT07860008Recruiting
Breathing and step exercises for COPD wellness
This study tests a program combining breathing training with step exercises to see if it improves breathing, exercise ability, and quality of life in people with COPD. You may join if you have COPD and are able to do light exercise and fill out questionnaires.
New Taipei City, New Taipei CityAges 40 years+ - NCT05772013RecruitingPhase 4
Checking azithromycin prevention for COPD flare-ups
This Phase 4 study looks at optimizing how people with COPD take azithromycin to reduce flare-ups (exacerbations). If you already take azithromycin regularly, the trial may test ways to improve how it’s used safely.
CambridgeAges 40 years+ - NCT06280443Recruiting
Frailty and muscle loss in chronic lung disease
This study looks at people with COPD or ILD who also show signs of frailty. It aims to understand how frailty and muscle loss (sarcopenia) affect their care and use of medical resources over time.
TaichungAges 20 years+ - NCT06068322Recruiting
Very intense interval training for people with COPD
This study tests whether a very intense, short burst of exercise (supramaximal high-intensity interval training) is safe and effective for people aged 60 and older with or without COPD. It aims to see if this type of exercise can improve fitness and daily life.
Hasselt, DiepenbeekAges 60 years+ - NCT02815683Recruiting
Bronchoscopy treatment with one-way lung valves
This study looks at outcomes from placing one-way valves in the lungs using a camera procedure through the airways (bronchoscopy). If you’re already planned for this type of valve treatment, you may be able to join to help researchers learn how it works.
GroningenAges Any age - NCT04214587Recruiting
Study of removed lung valves after treatment
This study looks at lung tissue taken out after a treatment that places a one-way lung valve to help breathing. They want to learn how the valve affects the airway and lung over time.
GroningenAges Any age - NCT07838519Enrolling by invitation
Personalized lung cancer screening for veterans
This study tests a personalized approach to help veterans decide if lung cancer screening is right for them. It aims to improve early detection by considering each person's unique risk factors, such as smoking history, military exposures, and lung health.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 50–80 - NCT07810283Enrolling by invitation
Using a new imaging belt to guide breathing support
This study tests a new belt that takes pictures of your lungs to help doctors adjust your breathing support. It may help make non-invasive ventilation (a mask that helps you breathe) more comfortable and effective for people with chronic breathing problems.
LondonAges 18 years+ - NCT05042219Recruiting
How lung disease treatment may affect heart function
This study looks at how common long-term lung conditions and their treatments may change heart function. It uses heart imaging (an MRI) to see what’s happening, which could help doctors better monitor heart risks in people with lung disease.
AachenAges 18–99 - NCT07805330Recruiting
Blood flow restriction rehab for COPD balance and mobility
This study tests a special exercise method that uses a cuff to limit blood flow in the arms or legs while you exercise. It may help improve your balance and ability to move around if you have COPD.
LahoreAges 20–65 - NCT07793409RecruitingPhase 3
Long-term safety study of lunsekimig for COPD
This study is a long-term follow-up for people with COPD who have already completed an earlier lunsekimig study. It aims to check the safety and effectiveness of the treatment over a longer period.
Newport Beach, CaliforniaAges 40–80
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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.