Can special breathing exercises boost muscle oxygen in COPD patients?
NCT ID NCT07267923
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested two types of breathing muscle training in 24 people with COPD. One was traditional (using a handheld resistance device while sitting), and the other was functional (integrated into movement). Researchers measured muscle oxygen levels, shortness of breath, and fatigue after a short walk test. The goal was to see which training method better improves how muscles use oxygen after exercise.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Inspiratory muscle training (breathing exercises using a handheld resistance device)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could point toward better breathing exercise methods to improve oxygen use in muscles for people with COPD.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study (24 people) looking only at short-term effects. It does not test long-term benefits or whether it changes disease progression.
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Gulhane Faculty of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation
Ankara, Keçiören, 06018, Turkey (Türkiye)