Hands-On therapy may ease COPD breathing trouble
NCT ID NCT06865703
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tested whether specific osteopathic techniques (rib rising and thoracic lymphatic pump) combined with a manual diaphragmatic release could improve breathing in 66 people with stable moderate-to-severe COPD, aged 60-75. Participants received the hands-on therapy, and researchers measured diaphragm movement and thickness using ultrasound, along with shortness of breath scores. The goal was to see if these gentle manual techniques can help ease breathing difficulties in COPD.
What this could mean
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Active substance
osteopathic manipulative techniques (rib rising, thoracic lymphatic pump) plus diaphragmatic release
What this could lead to
If effective, these hands-on techniques could offer a drug-free way to improve breathing and reduce shortness of breath in people with COPD.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with no phase designation, so results may not be generalizable. The techniques are manual and operator-dependent, and any benefit may be modest or temporary.
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Locations
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Faculty of Physical Therapy Beni Suef University
Cairo, Egypt