Thinking and balancing: new study reveals hidden fall risk for COPD patients

NCT ID NCT06863246

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at how doing a mental task while standing affects balance in people with chronic lung disease (COPD). Researchers compared 36 adults with COPD to healthy volunteers to see if their balance got worse when they had to think at the same time. The goal was to better understand fall risks and help design safer daily activities.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Université de Toulon - Laboratoire J-AP2S

    Toulon, VAR, 83100, France