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Could simple relaxation techniques be the key to better sleep for COPD patients?

NCT ID NCT07773194

Symptom relief Sponsor: Firat University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 19, 2026 · Last updated Aug 20, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests whether progressive muscle relaxation and deep breathing exercises can help people with COPD feel less tired and sleep better. About 90 participants will be split into three groups: one practicing muscle relaxation, one doing deep breathing exercises, and a control group. Both exercise groups will practice daily at home for 8 weeks, with their fatigue and sleep quality measured before and after.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Progressive muscle relaxation and deep breathing exercises
What this could lead to
If effective, these simple home exercises could offer a drug-free way to reduce fatigue and improve sleep quality for people with COPD.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial, and results may not apply to all COPD patients. The exercises require daily practice and may not work for everyone.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.

Participants

90 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Feb 2025

Finished

Jan 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) according to GOLD criteria at least 6 months before enrollment. Able to communicate verbally. No severe hearing or visual impairment. No serious medical condition or serious complication related to COPD. Exclusion Criteria: * Presence of a perceptual disorder or psychiatric condition that impairs communication. Presence of a serious complication related to COPD.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

chronic obstructive pulmonary disease Fatigue insomnia

As listed by the trial registrant

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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Gül DURAL

    Elâzığ, 23020, Turkey (Türkiye)

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