Zapping muscles may ease COPD and restless legs, small trial suggests
NCT ID NCT06670443
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether gentle electrical stimulation of the chest and leg muscles can improve lung function and reduce restless leg symptoms in people with COPD. Sixty participants will receive either real or placebo stimulation alongside standard pulmonary rehab. The main goal is to see if it helps with walking and balance.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Electrical neuromuscular stimulation (NMES) device
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a non-drug way to improve breathing and reduce restless leg symptoms in people with COPD.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 60 participants. The placebo effect may be strong, and results may not apply to all COPD patients.
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Conditions
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Faculty of Physical Therapy
RECRUITINGDokki, Egypt
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