Effects of elastic chest compression on exercise and breathing in COPD patients

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 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.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

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 it's running

• National Taiwan University Hospital Hsinchu Branch
  Hsinchu, Taiwan Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Yi Chun Chen
• Email: G00997@hch.gov.tw
• Phone: +886-5326151

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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.