Low-weight arm exercises with blood flow restriction for COPD patients
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial tests whether doing light arm exercises while wearing a cuff that slightly restricts blood flow can help people with COPD improve their arm strength and function without heavy weights.
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Who can take part
- You are between 40 and 80 years old
- You have moderate to severe COPD (stage 2 or 3)
- Your COPD has been stable for at least 6 weeks, with no flare-ups
- You have been on the same medications for the past 4 weeks
- You can exercise your arms without limitations from joint or nerve problems
- Your oxygen level when resting is 88% or higher
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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