New COPD rehab combines hospital and home exercises

NCT ID NCT07197229

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a 12-week pulmonary rehabilitation program for people with stable COPD. The program includes hospital sessions (education, exercise, nutrition advice, smoking cessation) and home exercises (walking, strength training). Researchers will measure how far participants can walk in six minutes to see if the program improves their exercise capacity and symptoms.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

pulmonary rehabilitation (exercise and education program)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a practical way to improve exercise capacity and quality of life for people with COPD.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage study with only 70 participants, so results may not apply to all COPD patients. The program requires commitment, and some may find it hard to complete.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

chronic obstructive pulmonary disease COPD, severe early onset

As listed by the trial registrant

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