Comparing rehab therapy vs physiotherapy for dysfunctional breathing
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial compares two different types of therapy for people with dysfunctional breathing: a rehab program guided by a special exercise test (CPET) versus standard physiotherapy. The goal is to see which approach helps your breathing feel better.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with dysfunctional breathing using a special exercise test called CPET.
- You are 18 years or older.
- You can commit to an 8-week supervised rehabilitation program that meets multiple times a week.
- You can attend 5 physiotherapy sessions over 9 weeks.
- You do not have COPD, uncontrolled asthma, or a condition that causes extreme tiredness after exercise.
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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