Inhaler training device for older adults with COPD
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests a new training device to help older adults use their inhalers more correctly, which may improve breathing and quality of life. If you use a metered-dose inhaler for COPD, this could help you get better benefit from your medication.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You must be 65 years old or older.
- You must have a diagnosis of COPD (a chronic lung condition) and be using a metered-dose inhaler (a type of hand-held inhaler).
- You must be able to understand and follow instructions in Mandarin or Taiwanese.
- You must not have been hospitalized for a sudden COPD flare-up in the past 30 days.
- You must not have severe cognitive (memory) problems, other lung diseases, or significant vision or hearing issues that would make it hard to use the inhaler.
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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