Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 21 to 80

Breathing training program for improving exercise capacity in patients with non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis

Official title: Home-based, Digitally Delivered Breathing Training in People With Non-cystic Fibrosis Bronchiectasis: A Randomized Control Trial

Run by Mayo Clinic · NCT05860803 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing if a home breathing training program can help people with non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis exercise better and improve their lung function.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages21 Years to 80 Years
SexAll
Enrollment50 (estimated)
SponsorMayo Clinic
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Jacksonville, Florida)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJanuary 15, 2024
Main results expectedDecember 1, 2026
Study endsDecember 1, 2026
Registry record updatedJanuary 6, 2026
Trial IDNCT05860803 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are patients with a confirmed diagnosis of non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis who are clinically stable and able to provide informed consent.

Probably not a fit

Patients with significant coexisting diseases, advanced heart failure, or recent acute exacerbations may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This research investigates the effects of a home-based breathing and respiratory muscle training program, supported by a health coach, on exercise capacity and lung function in individuals diagnosed with non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis. Participants will engage in a structured regimen using LungTrainers to enhance their respiratory muscles and overall clinical status. The study aims to determine if this intervention can lead to significant improvements in the ability to exercise and quality of life for these patients.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly enhance exercise capacity and lung function for patients with non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown promising results with similar breathing training approaches, indicating potential for success in this intervention.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Mayo Clinic patient with confirmed diagnosis of Non-Cystic Fibrosis Bronchiectasis (non-CFB): Non-CFB as confirmed by clinical history, including cough, shortness of breath, exertional dyspnea, pulmonary function tests, and high-resolution computed tomography. Patients will be considered clinically stable if there is no evidence of an exacerbation or change(s) in medical therapy in the previous three weeks.
* Able and willing to provide informed consent to participate in the study.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Presence of significant coexisting disease, neurological conditions, and/or orthopedic complications that affect ability to undertake exercise.
* Presence of advanced heart failure.
* Current use of antibiotics.
* Acute exacerbation(s) within 3-weeks prior to study commencement.
* Participation within a pulmonary rehabilitation program within 6-months prior to study commencement.

Where it's running

  • Mayo Clinic Florida
    Jacksonville, Florida, United States
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Bryan Taylor, PhD — Mayo Clinic

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.