Doctors prescribe harmonica to help COPD patients breathe easier

NCT ID NCT03442140

Summary

This study tested whether a 12-week harmonica training program could help people with COPD. Fifteen participants learned to play the harmonica in group classes and practiced at home, aiming to strengthen their breathing muscles. Researchers measured if this musical activity reduced shortness of breath during walking and improved their overall quality of life.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Baylor University Medical Center

    Dallas, Texas, 75246, United States

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