Posture and breathing training for COPD with forward head posture
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests a program that combines posture correction and breathing muscle exercises for people with COPD who also have a forward head posture. It aims to improve breathing and reduce shortness of breath.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with stage 1 or 2 COPD.
- You have a forward head posture (measured by a specific angle under 53 degrees).
- You are between 40 and 60 years old.
- You have significant shortness of breath (rated 6 or higher on a 0-10 scale).
- You have tightness in certain chest and neck muscles.
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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