Simple hand fan may ease COPD symptoms, study finds
NCT ID NCT06857422
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether using a hand fan for 10 minutes daily over six weeks could reduce shortness of breath, anxiety, and depression in people with COPD. Fifty-nine patients from a hospital in Turkey took part, with half using the fan and half receiving standard care. The goal was to see if this simple, non-drug approach could improve both physical and emotional well-being.
What this could mean
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Active substance
hand fan (behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to ease breathing discomfort and improve mood for people with COPD.
What could go wrong
This is a small, single-site study with only 59 participants. The results may not apply to all COPD patients, and the effect might be modest or short-lived.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Derya ŞİMŞEKLİ
Ardahan, Ardahan, 75000, Turkey (Türkiye)