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This study looks at whether a nerve block in the neck can help relieve severe shortness of breath in patients with acute respiratory failure. Researchers will observe 30 adults in the ICU who receive this block and measure their breathing comfort, vital signs, and diaphragm movem…

This study looks at whether adding breathing exercises and muscle relaxation to standard care can help people who have had heart surgery feel less short of breath, less anxious, and have fewer symptoms of delirium. About 116 adults will take part, with half doing the extra exerci…

This study tests a short program called BREEZE+ that helps people with advanced lung cancer manage breathlessness. It includes three sessions with a nurse and a smartphone app that teaches coping skills. The goal is to see if it reduces how much shortness of breath bothers patien…

This study tests whether three hypnosis sessions can help people with persistent breathlessness feel more in control of their breathing. The trial includes 82 adults with advanced cancer, COPD, lung disease, or heart failure who experience severe shortness of breath. Researchers …