Clinical trials: Lung Function Testing
Cystic Fibrosis
Whole Body Vibration - a New Therapeutic Approach to Improve Muscle Function in CF
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effects of whole body vibration (WBV) on muscle function in adult CF-patients.
- Trial name
- NCT00388466
- Testing
- GALILEO
- Where
- Germany
- Volunteers
- 10 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Cologne
Cystic Fibrosis
Assessment of Cognitive Function and Exercise Capacity in Cystic Fibrosis
No studies in the literature have investigated the simultaneous effects of cognitive function, exercise capacity and arterial stiffness in adult patients with CF.
- Trial name
- NCT06175182
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 48 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Hacettepe University
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Pulmonary Emphysema
Volumetric HRCT in Stable COPD Patients.
This study evaluates the role of volumetric high-resolution computed tomography (HRCT) of the chest in assessing patients with stable chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
- Conditions
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Pulmonary Emphysema, Airway Obstruction
- Trial name
- NCT07809399
- Testing
- Volumetric HRCT chest, Spirometry and Body Plethysmography
- Where
- Egypt
- Volunteers
- 75 people
- Sponsor
- Mansoura University
Tobacco Smoking
Effects of Post-isometric Relaxation Technique on Chest Expansion and Pulmonary Function Tests in Smokers
The primary objective of the study was to investigate the immediate effects of PIR technique on chest expansion and pulmonary functions in cigarette smokers.This quasi-experimental pre-test post-test study will be conducted.
- Trial name
- NCT06444971
- Testing
- Post isometric Relaxation
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 40 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Foundation University Islamabad
COPD Grade I
Comparative Effect of Pursed Lip Breathing Alone and Combined With Alternate Nostril Breathing on Pulmonary Function Test and Quality of Life in Patients in Grade I COPD Patients.
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a progressive respiratory disorder characterized by airflow limitation, breathlessness, and reduced quality of life.
- Trial name
- NCT07531771
- Testing
- pursed lip breathing, Alternate Nostril breathing:
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 40 people
- Sponsor
- Foundation University Islamabad
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Cardiovascular Diseases
An Open Prospective Longitudinal Pulmonary-cardiovascular Cohort Study
This is an observational study aiming to identify and validate biomarkers (including imaging and clinical descriptors) for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), cardiovascular disease (CVD) and lung cancer.
- Conditions
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Cardiovascular Diseases, Lung Cancer
- Trial name
- BIG3 (NCT01460264)
- Where
- Sweden
- Volunteers
- 10,000 people
- Sponsor
- Region Skane
Cystic Fibrosis
Pre-flight Evaluation of Adult Patients With Cystic Fibrosis
The purpose of the study is to investigate the relationship between hypoxemia achieved during Hypoxia Altitude Simulation test and sea level values of pulmonary function, arterial blood gases, pulse oximetry and cardiopulmonary…
- Trial name
- NCT01569880
- Where
- Norway
- Volunteers
- 30 people
- Sponsor
- Oslo University Hospital
Scleroderma, System; Sclerosis
Rehabilitation Program in Patients With Scleroderma
Scleroderma (or Systemic Sclerosis - SSc) is one of the most neglected diseases worldwide, according to the World Health Organization.
- Conditions
- Scleroderma, System; Sclerosis, Muscle Strain, Physical Disability
- Trial name
- NCT05041868
- Testing
- Treatment
- Where
- Brazil
- Volunteers
- 104 people
- Sponsor
- Centro Universitário Augusto Motta
Premature Birth
Follow-Up at 6 Years of a Cohort of Children Born Very Prematurely
Utilization of nitric oxide (NO) therapy has been related to a trend towards short term improvement in very premature infants. A two year follow-up of children treated soon after birth with NO in the neonatal period, suggests…
- Trial name
- NCT00390065
- Testing
- Nitric Oxide
- Where
- 2 sites in France
- Volunteers
- 108 people
- Sponsor
- Maternite Regionale Universitaire
Neck Pain
The Effects of Cervical Stabilization Exercises on Pulmonary Functions and Respiratory Muscle Strength
This study aims to assess the effects of stabilization exercises on pulmonary functions and respiratory muscle strength. 42 participants with neck pain enrolled the study.
- Trial name
- NCT03395054
- Testing
- cervical stabilization exercises, conventional exercises
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 42 people
- Sponsor
- Hacettepe University
Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive, Lung Diseases, Obstructive
COPD on Primary Care Treatment (COOPT)
The aim of this family practice based study is to determine the long-term treatment effects of two drugs that are presumed to modify the course and progression of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), oral…
- Conditions
- Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive, Lung Diseases, Obstructive, Bronchitis, Chronic
- Trial name
- NCT00184977
- Testing
- N-acetylcysteine, fluticasone propionate
- Where
- 2 sites in Netherlands
- Volunteers
- 270 people
- Sponsor
- Radboud University Medical Center
Hernia, Ventral, Body Image
Functional Outcome After Incisional Hernia Repair: Open Versus Laparoscopic Repair
Background: Midline incisional hernia is reported from 0,5 to 11% after abdominal operations. Primary repair without mesh reinforcement is almost abandoned because of high recurrence rates (24 to 46%).
- Conditions
- Hernia, Ventral, Body Image, Respiratory Function Tests, Quality of Life
- Trial name
- GINCISHERNIA (NCT00625053)
- Testing
- Laparoscopic repair, Open midline incisional hernia repair
- Where
- Switzerland
- Volunteers
- 60 people
- Sponsor
- University Hospital, Geneva
Breathing, Mouth, Lung Function Decreased
Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing and Oscillometry for the Evaluation of Dyspnea
This study will determine if airway resistance to airflow and pressure, measured by Oscillometry, is associated with abnormal findings on Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing in subjects who are experiencing shortness of breath.
- Conditions
- Breathing, Mouth, Lung Function Decreased, Dyspnea, Shortness of Breath
- Trial name
- COED (NCT06554353)
- Testing
- Oscillometer
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 50 people
- Sponsor
- University of Rochester
Stroke
Effect of Thoracic Manual Therapy in Hemiplegic Patients
Neurological problems both lead to many respiratory problems primarily and events secondary to neurological diseases or symptoms can be the cause of respiratory failure.
- Trial name
- NCT04503499
- Testing
- Manuel Therapy
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 47 people
- Sponsor
- Istinye University
Pulmonary Hypertension
Phase 2 Study of Ambrisentan for Liver Function Test Rescue in Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
This Phase 2 study was to determine the incidence of increased serum aminotransferase concentrations (alanine aminotransferase [ALT] and/or aspartate aminotransferase [AST]), as well as the overall safety and tolerability of…
- Trial name
- NCT00423592
- Testing
- ambrisentan
- Volunteers
- 36 people
- Sponsor
- Gilead Sciences
COPD
Effects of Combined Cognitive Rehabilitation in COPD Patients
This study was to examine the effect of endurance training combined with cognitive training in patients with COPD. The intervention group underwent Cognitive Training added to Endurance Training and the control group underwent…
- Trial name
- NCT03907839
- Testing
- clinical trials
- Volunteers
- 60 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Faculty of Medicine, Sousse
COPD
The Effects of Creative Dance Based Exercise Training on Respiratory, Balance and Cognitive Functions, Respiratory and Peripheral Muscle Strength and Functional Capacity in Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
COPD is a common, preventable and treatable disease associated with an increased chronic inflammatory response of the airways and lungs to harmful gases and particles and characterized by progressive airflow restriction, which is…
- Trial name
- NCT04039334
- Testing
- Conventional Chest Physiotherapy, Creative Dance Based Exercise Training
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 24 people
- Sponsor
- Bezmialem Vakif University
Systemic Sclerosis, Diaphragm Defect
Muscular Respiratory Involvement and Systemic Sclerosis
Dyspnea in systemic sclerosis (ScS) constitute a major factor of functional disability. Intensity of dyspnea is sometimes discordant with objectives data from cardiopulmonary involvements, suggesting unknown additional factors.
- Conditions
- Systemic Sclerosis, Diaphragm Defect, Respiratory Insufficiency, Pulmonary Function Test
- Trial name
- SIROCO (NCT04118725)
- Testing
- Pulmonary function test
- Where
- France
- Volunteers
- 52 people
- Sponsor
- Poitiers University Hospital
Cerebral Palsy
The Effects of Inspiratory Muscle Training in Children With Cerebral Palsy
Cerebral palsy (CP) is characterized by permanent or variable sensory-motor function impairments resulting from developmental anomalies or damage to the brain.
- Trial name
- NCT06640686
- Testing
- Exercise training
- Volunteers
- 36 people
- Sponsor
- Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa
Nutritional Support, Aerobic Exercise
Study on Pulmonary Rehabilitation for Stable Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease(COPD) Patients
To compare the difference of effectiveness for stable COPD patients with poor nutritional status among three groups named health education, upper and lower limb exercises, and oral nutritional supplements.
- Conditions
- Nutritional Support, Aerobic Exercise, Respiratory Function Tests, Body Composition
- Trial name
- NCT04741373
- Testing
- oral nutritional supplements, rehabilitation exercise, health education
- Where
- China
- Volunteers
- 90 people
- Sponsor
- Fudan University