Breathing Techniques to Improve Lung Function in COPD
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests whether a specific breathing technique called pursed-lip breathing—done at different speeds—can help people with COPD breathe easier and improve their lung function. You'll learn and practice this technique to see if it reduces shortness of breath.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) that is stable, not currently getting worse
- You are 40 years old or older
- You are able to understand and follow breathing instructions during the study
- You do not have severe heart disease, heart failure, or high blood pressure in your lungs
- You do not have both asthma and COPD at the same time
- You do not currently have an active lung infection like pneumonia
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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