Breathing better, sleeping deeper? new trial tests rehab for COPD sleep troubles

NCT ID NCT06677268

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a respiratory rehabilitation program (exercise and education sessions over 8 weeks) can improve sleep quality in people with stable COPD. 90 adults aged 50 and older will be randomly assigned to either the rehab program or usual care. Sleep will be measured using overnight sleep studies (polysomnography) and questionnaires.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

respiratory rehabilitation program (exercise sessions and educational workshops)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could show that respiratory rehabilitation improves sleep quality in people with stable COPD.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage trial with only 90 participants. The results may not apply to all COPD patients, and sleep improvements might be modest or not occur.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

chronic obstructive pulmonary disease COPD, severe early onset insomnia Motor Activity

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Centre de Sante Adir

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Rouen, 76000, France

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  • Chu Amiens

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Amiens, 80054, France

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  • Chu Rouen

    RECRUITING

    Rouen, 76031, France

    Contact Email: •••••@•••••

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  • Gh Le Havre

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Le Havre, 76083, France

    Contact Email: •••••@•••••

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