Breathing exercise for muscle and nerve health in COPD
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a special breathing exercise (inspiratory muscle training) can improve how your muscles work and your body's automatic responses, like heart rate. It's a one-time session for people with stable COPD.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
- You are between 40 and 75 years old.
- You have been feeling stable (no recent flare-ups, hospital stays, or new health problems in the past month).
- You are able to do breathing exercises and simple physical tests.
- You do not have major health issues like memory loss, severe nerve disease, cancer, or chronic pain.
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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