Can a smartphone breathing game help Alpha-1 patients breathe easier?
NCT ID NCT07242079
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a simple, home-based breathing technique called the Active Cycle of Breathing Technique (ACBT) with augmented reality support in 50 adults with Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency. Participants did the breathing exercises twice daily and walked at least 5000 steps per day for six weeks. The goal was to see if using augmented reality helps patients stick with the program and feel more satisfied, while also tracking changes in breathlessness, lung function, and quality of life.
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Active substance
Active Cycle of Breathing Technique (ACBT) with augmented reality support
What this could lead to
If successful, this approach could offer a simple, home-based way to improve breathing, exercise capacity, and quality of life for people with Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency.
What could go wrong
This is a small, observational study with only 50 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The main goal is to measure satisfaction and adherence, not to prove the technique works better than standard rehab.
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University of Parma
Parma, Italy, 43126, Italy