Handheld device to help COPD patients breathe better
Portable Noninvasive Positive Airway Device for COPD Patient Therapy
This study is testing a small, easy-to-use device that helps people with COPD breathe better when they're feeling short of breath, so they can feel more comfortable and confident doing everyday activities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Koronis Biomedical Technologies Corporat NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Minneapolis, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10675430 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a portable, handheld device that provides bi-level positive airway pressure (BiPAP) therapy for patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) who experience breathlessness during daily activities. The device aims to alleviate acute dyspnea, allowing patients to engage more confidently in their everyday lives. By optimizing the BiPAP therapy in a miniaturized form, it seeks to break the cycle of inactivity and fear associated with breathing difficulties. Patients will be able to use this device on the go, enhancing their functional capacity and overall quality of life.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) who experience exertional dyspnea.
Not a fit: Patients with mild or no symptoms of COPD may not receive significant benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the quality of life for COPD patients by enabling them to manage their breathing difficulties more effectively.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success with similar portable respiratory devices, indicating a promising avenue for improving COPD management.
Where this research is happening
Minneapolis, UNITED STATES
- Koronis Biomedical Technologies Corporat — Minneapolis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Knuesel, Robert J — Koronis Biomedical Technologies Corporat
- Study coordinator: Knuesel, Robert J
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.