Study of walking balance in lung disease and healthy adults
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study measures how people with obstructive lung diseases walk and maintain balance, compared with people without lung disease. It may help researchers understand movement and balance problems that can happen with breathing conditions.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 to 65 years old
- You are willing to join the study and follow instructions
- You can walk and cooperate with balance/walking tests
- In the past week, you have not had a sudden flare-up or a lung infection
- You do not use a walking aid or need long-term oxygen
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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