Coherent Breathing vs Regular Paced Breathing for COPD Dyspnea and Lung Function

Is this trial a fit for you?

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

What this trial studies

This interventional trial compares two non-drug breathing techniques in adults with mild to moderate COPD. Participants are randomized into either Coherent Breathing or Regular Paced Breathing groups and receive standard pharmacological care. Outcomes include dyspnea, pulmonary function tests, and quality of life measures. The study aims to determine if one breathing approach provides greater benefits for functional status and breathing efficiency. Enrollment targets 46 participants at Foundation University Islamabad, with specific eligibility and safety criteria.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Age between 40-75 years.
* Both genders (male and females).
* Diagnosed COPD mild to moderate stage according to Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD) classification:

Mild: FEV1 ≥ 80% predicted Moderate: FEV1 fall between 50-79%

* Diagnosed with COPD for at least 6 months prior to enrollment in study
* Resting SpO₂ ≥ 90% on room air

Exclusion Criteria:

* Severe and very severe stage of COPD according to GOLD classification
* Patients having acute exacerbation of COPD with in the last 4 weeks
* Hemodnamically unstable patients
* Current smokers (active smoking or individuals using any tobacco product within the 6 months)
* Other sgnificant respiratory diseases (e.g., asthma, bronchiectasis, ILD, active tuberculosis)
* Patients unable to follow commands/instructions
* Patients currently participating in any other structured pulmonary rehabilitation or breathing intervention program

Where it's running

• Foundation University Islamabad
  Rawalpindi, Pakistan Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Hira Waqar, MS-CPPT
• Email: hirawaqar7991@gmail.com
• Phone: +92343-9515265

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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.