Breathing and exercise program may boost survival in advanced lung cancer
NCT ID NCT02978521
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a 12-session pulmonary rehabilitation program—including breathing exercises, resistance training, and treadmill walking—can help patients with advanced non-small-cell lung cancer maintain muscle mass, improve lung function, and reduce inflammation. The goal is to see if this non-drug approach can improve quality of life and overall survival. The trial is currently recruiting 94 participants.
What this could mean
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Active substance
pulmonary rehabilitation program
What this could lead to
If it works, this could show that a structured exercise and breathing program helps advanced lung cancer patients maintain muscle and lung function, potentially improving quality of life and survival.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-phase study with no control group, so results may not be conclusive. The program is demanding and may not be suitable for all patients.
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