Tight bands on legs may boost workout benefits for lung disease patients

NCT ID NCT07668921

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests whether using a blood flow restriction (BFR) device during exercise can increase muscle fatigue in people with COPD, potentially making rehab more effective. Forty participants will do one session of resistance or cycling exercise with and without BFR. The goal is to see if BFR helps build muscle while reducing breathing strain.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Blood flow restriction device
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a more effective exercise program for people with COPD, helping them get stronger with less strain on their breathing.
What could go wrong
This is a very early, small study (40 people) looking only at immediate effects after a single session. It does not test long-term benefits or safety, and results may not apply to all COPD patients.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CReSI - Laboratoire HP2

    La Tronche, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, 38700, France

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