Digital physiotherapy after lung surgery
Treatments studied
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial tests whether doing physical therapy through video calls at home can help your lungs, muscles, and daily life after open lung surgery. You'll join sessions online from your own home.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 to 75 years old
- You had open lung surgery (thoracotomy) — not complete lung removal
- You have internet access at home and a device for video calls
- You do not have a heart, bone, nerve, or other condition that prevents exercise
- You have not been in a pulmonary rehab program before this surgery
- You do not have a mental health or communication issue that makes it hard to follow instructions
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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