Manual therapy for better walking in COPD
Treatments studied
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests whether hands-on physical therapy (manual therapy) can improve how people with COPD walk. It may help you walk more smoothly and with less effort.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 40 years old or older.
- Your COPD has been stable (no recent flare-ups) for at least 4 weeks.
- Your COPD is classified as stage 1, 2, or 3 (not stage 4).
- You are not using a walker, cane, or other walking aid.
- You do not need oxygen therapy at home.
- You do not have other health problems that affect your walking, such as arthritis, heart disease, or memory problems.
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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