Breathe easy: yoga breathing may ease COPD stress
NCT ID NCT06404008
First seen Nov 17, 2025 · Last updated Jun 19, 2026 · Updated 33 times
Summary
This pilot study tested a 15-minute controlled breathing routine (REST) in 20 adults with COPD who reported high stress. Participants learned three yoga breathing techniques and practiced them twice daily for a week with remote guidance. The study aimed to see if the routine was feasible and acceptable, and measured changes in stress and breathlessness. Because it's a small early trial, results are preliminary and not yet proof of effectiveness.
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Locations
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Ascension Seton Medical Center
Austin, Texas, 78705, United States
What this could mean
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Active substance
controlled breathing protocol (yoga breathing techniques)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to help COPD patients manage stress and breathlessness at home.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot trial with only 20 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It tests feasibility, not effectiveness, and relies on self-reported measures.
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