Simple breathing exercises reduce frailty in elderly COPD patients, study finds
NCT ID NCT07472530
First seen Mar 17, 2026 · Last updated Jun 16, 2026 · Updated 17 times
Summary
This study tested a 6-week breathing exercise program in 66 frail adults aged 65+ with COPD. Those who did the exercises showed better lung function, could walk farther, and felt less short of breath compared to those who did not. The program also improved frailty scores, suggesting that adding simple respiratory exercises to daily care can help older adults with COPD feel stronger and more independent.
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Çerkeş State Hospital
Çankırı, Merkez, 18100, Turkey (Türkiye)
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