Pulmonary Rehabilitation Programs in African Healthcare Settings
Part of Immune system & allergy, Infections, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests pulmonary rehabilitation—a program of exercise training and education—for patients with chronic lung diseases like COPD, asthma, or post-tuberculosis damage in African countries. It aims to improve how well people breathe, move, and feel day-to-day.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older with a diagnosed chronic lung disease (COPD, asthma, or post-TB lung damage) confirmed by breathing tests or chest X-ray
- Your lung disease is moderate to severe, and you have reduced ability to exercise or poor quality of life due to shortness of breath
- You have had symptoms for at least 6 months and attend regular follow-up appointments at a respiratory clinic
- You are physically able to safely do exercise training (determined by pre-screening tests)
- You do not have other serious heart problems, uncontrolled diabetes, active tuberculosis, or severe confusion/dementia
- You have not done pulmonary rehabilitation in the past year
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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