Breathing techniques for COPD: Autogenic drainage and Flutter device
Part of Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study compares two breathing methods to help clear mucus from your lungs. It may help you breathe easier if you have moderate COPD.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 40 and 60 years old
- You have been diagnosed with moderate COPD (your FEV1/FVC ratio is less than 0.70)
- You have not had a flare-up of COPD in the last 4 to 6 weeks
- You are able to do the breathing exercises (autogenic drainage and use the Flutter device)
- You do not have serious heart disease, unstable vital signs, or a recent lung injury
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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