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This study looked at whether using a chest CT scan, in addition to standard tests, helps emergency doctors more accurately diagnose community-acquired pneumonia in adults. Researchers studied 339 patients with suspected pneumonia to see how often the CT scan changed the diagnosis…

This study tested whether using a hand fan for 10 minutes each day for six weeks could help people with COPD feel less short of breath, and also improve how they think about their illness, and reduce anxiety and depression. 59 patients took part, with half using the fan and half …

This pilot study tested a 15-minute, twice-daily controlled breathing program called REST in 20 adults with COPD who had high stress levels. Participants attended two in-person sessions and practiced at home. The goal was to see if the program was easy to follow and acceptable, a…

This small study tested whether non-invasive nerve stimulation (using mild electrical pulses on the skin) could help relieve shortness of breath in people with severe COPD. Eight participants received either active stimulation or a sham (fake) treatment during exercise. The main …

This study tested whether a supplement called Bioarginine, taken twice daily for 6 weeks, could improve breathing and daily life in people with COPD. 153 adults with moderate COPD and a history of smoking participated. The goal was to see if Bioarginine, when added to their regul…

This study tested whether a special high-flow oxygen device (A-HFNC) could help people with COPD exercise more during pulmonary rehab. Thirty patients were split into two groups: one did standard rehab, the other used the device during aerobic training. The device was safe and we…

This study looked at whether adding the 4-7-8 breathing technique to usual care can help people with mild-to-moderate COPD feel less short of breath, improve lung function, and boost quality of life. Forty adults aged 40-64 took part. The approach is simple and drug-free, aiming …

This study tested a non-invasive radiofrequency treatment (448 kHz) to help people with ongoing breathing issues, cough, and fatigue after COVID-19. 96 adults who had COVID-19 and respiratory symptoms for over a month took part. The goal was to see if the treatment could improve …

This study tested whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called tDCS can reduce shortness of breath and improve lung function in people hospitalized for a COPD flare-up. Thirty participants received either real tDCS or a sham (fake) version alongside standard physical…

This study tested a 6-week outpatient rehab program for 125 adults with Long COVID. The program included exercises for breathing, strength, balance, and thinking skills. The goal was to see if it helps people walk farther and feel better in daily life.

This study tested whether teaching self-hypnosis to people with severe COPD can reduce anxiety and shortness of breath during a pulmonary rehabilitation program. 133 adults took part, using hypnosis alongside their usual care. The goal was to see if this mind-body technique could…

This study tested whether a painless magnetic pulse to the front of the brain (rTMS) can reduce the feeling of breathlessness in 21 healthy adults. Participants breathed air with extra carbon dioxide to trigger moderate air hunger. The goal was to see if rTMS over the dorsolatera…

This pilot study tested a new algorithm that estimates breathing effort noninvasively in patients receiving high-flow nasal oxygen. Researchers included 20 adults in intensive care who were on this oxygen therapy to prevent intubation or reintubation. The goal was to see if the a…

This study looked at whether using a bedside lung ultrasound in the emergency department for patients with shortness of breath can lower the risk of death or return to the hospital within 3 months. About 385 adults with breathing trouble were included. The goal was to see if this…

This study looked at a new computer tool designed to help homecare nurses decide which patients need the most urgent care after leaving the hospital. Researchers tested the tool with nearly 2,000 patients who had conditions like diabetes, heart failure, or lung disease. The goal …

This study looked at 332 adults who had severe COVID-19 pneumonia and needed oxygen in the hospital. Researchers used CT scans and breathing tests to check for lasting lung damage three months after discharge. The goal was to understand how often and how severe these respiratory …

This study translated and tested a scale called the Respiratory Distress Observation Scale (RDOS) for use with Turkish-speaking palliative care patients who cannot describe their breathing difficulty. Researchers observed 100 adults with conditions like lung cancer or heart failu…

This study tested a mobile app called OASES that guides clinicians step-by-step through emergency care for severe diarrhea, breathing problems, and seizures. About 15 nurses and clinical officers in a rural Ugandan hospital used the app during simulated emergencies to see if it h…