Effects of elastic chest compression on exercise and breathing in COPD patients
Effect of Elastic Chest Compression on Functional Exercise Capacity and Respiratory Performance in Patients With COPD
This study tests if wearing elastic chest compression can help people with COPD exercise better and breathe easier.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 17 (estimated) |
| Ages | 20 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | National Taiwan University Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Hsinchu) |
| Trial ID | NCT06519474 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial investigates how elastic chest compression affects the functional exercise capacity and respiratory performance of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Participants will be evaluated under three conditions: without compression, with upper chest compression, and with lower chest compression, with the order of conditions randomly assigned. The study will utilize a Red Theraband to apply standardized compression to the chest, and measurements will be taken to assess the impact on exercise capacity and respiratory muscle performance. Each evaluation will occur on separate days to ensure accurate results.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 20 and older with a clinical diagnosis of COPD who are stable and able to participate in the required tests.
Not a fit: Patients with other clinical conditions affecting test outcomes or those who have had recent cardiac events may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could enhance exercise capacity and respiratory function in COPD patients, improving their overall quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: While similar approaches have been explored, this specific method of elastic chest compression in COPD patients is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * at least 20 years old * has a clinical diagnosis of COPD without infection or acute exacerbation in the previous four weeks * is capable of cooperating with the required tests and measurements of the study Exclusion Criteria: * has any clinical diagnosis that could affect test outcomes (e.g., neuromyopathy) * has experienced unstable angina or an acute myocardial infarction within the last month * has adjusted COPD related medication within the last month * a Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) score below 24
Where this trial is running
Hsinchu
- National Taiwan University Hospital Hsinchu Branch — Hsinchu, Taiwan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Yi Chun Chen
- Email: G00997@hch.gov.tw
- Phone: +886-5326151
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.