Exercise program shows promise for lung condition patients
NCT ID NCT00678821
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026 · Updated 5 times
Summary
This study looked at whether a 10-week supervised aerobic exercise program can help people with pulmonary hypertension (high blood pressure in the lungs) become more active and feel better. About 97 participants, including healthy volunteers and patients, took part. Patients were randomly assigned to exercise plus education or education alone. The goal was to see if exercise improves walking ability, daily activity, and quality of life.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- aerobic exercise
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could show that structured exercise is a safe and effective way to help people with pulmonary hypertension feel better and be more active.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-phase study with only 97 participants. Exercise may not improve symptoms for everyone, and some people might find it too strenuous.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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National Institutes of Health Clinical Center
Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States
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