Breathing exercise with or without a reminder device
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests whether a special reminder device helps people do their breathing exercises more often after surgery. You will use a breathing exercise tool (incentive spirometer) with or without a reminder that beeps or flashes to prompt you to use it.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You have recently had surgery
- Your doctor has ordered a breathing exercise device called an incentive spirometer, or it is part of your hospital's standard care
- You can follow instructions for using the breathing device
- You can see and hear well enough to notice a beep or light from a small monitor
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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