Clinical trials: Lung Function Tests
COPD, Emphysema
Tiotropium Induced Bronchodilation in Lung CT Scored Emphysema
To evaluate if tiotropium (Spiriva)induced bronchodilation of inspiratory capacity in patients with moderate to severe copd subjected to metronome paced hyperventilation induced dynamic hyperinflation is dependent upon the extent…
- Trial name
- NCT00570544
- Testing
- tiotropium
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 29 people
- Sponsor
- Gelb, Arthur F., M.D.
Diaphragmatic Function, Lung Function
Pulmonary Function Changes and Diaphragmatic Paralysis Following Ultrasound Guided Supraclavicular Brachial Plexus Blockade: The Effects of Decreased Local Anesthetic Volume
This clinical trial is being conducted to study lung function and movement of the major muscle involved in breathing (the diaphragm) after a brachial plexus nerve block (nerve "freezing").
- Trial name
- NCT01048021
- Testing
- Supraclavicular Block
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 30 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Manitoba
ALS
Remote Pulmonary Function Testing in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (Pilot)
The specific objective of this study is to validate the practice of remote pulmonary function testing (rPFT) conducted in the home through the use of connected mobile health devices and the Penn State Hershey ALS Telemanagement…
- Trial name
- NCT03214224
- Testing
- remote pulmonary function testing, standard pulmonary function testing
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 49 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
Asthma
Comparative Effects of Buteyko Versus Pilates Breathing Combined With McKenzie Neck Exercises on Lung Function and Chest Expansion in Asthmatic Patients With Forward Head Posture
Asthma is characterized by airway inflammation and hyperinflation that flattens the diaphragm and increases reliance on accessory neck muscles.
- Trial name
- NCT07289789
- Testing
- Pilates Breathing Combined with McKenzie Neck Exercises, McKenzie Neck Exercises with Buteyko Breathing
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 22 people
- Sponsor
- Foundation University Islamabad
Obstructive Lung Disease, Inflammation
Airway Inflammation Among Workers in the Silicon Carbide Processing Industry
Exposure to noxious gases and particles is associated with an increased prevalence of respiratory and cardiovascular diseases. Thus, investigation of possible airway inflammation and/or systemic inflammation in workers exposed to…
- Trial name
- NCT01337180
- Where
- Norway
- Sponsor
- Sykehuset Telemark
Asbestosis
Oscillation Mechanics of the Respiratory System Asbestos Exposed: Early Diagnosis
Inhalation of dust containing asbestos results in a process of interstitial pulmonary fibrosis called asbestosis. The Forced Oscillation Technique (FOT) evaluates the respiratory mechanics describing resistive, elastic and…
- Trial name
- NCT02280343
- Testing
- evaluated lung function
- Where
- Brazil
- Volunteers
- 2 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Rio de Janeiro State University
Oxygenation Index
Effects of Different Inhaled Oxygen Concentrations on Lung Function in Older Patients After Laparoscopic Gastrointestinal Surgery Under General Anesthesia
This was a multicenter, prospective, parallel-grouping, randomized controlled clinical study comparing low FiO2 (40%) and high FiO2 (80%) levels in older patients undergoing laparoscopic gastrointestinal surgery.
- Trial name
- NCT06359106
- Testing
- 80% Oxygen, 40% Oxygen
- Where
- 16 sites in China
- Volunteers
- 1,176 people
- Sponsor
- China Medical University, China
Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive
12-week Treatment With Inhaled Tiotropium (18 mcg Once Daily) on Lung Function and Static Lung Volumes in Stable, Moderate to Severe Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Patients. Correlation to Dyspnoea Scales
Determine the effect of 12-week treatment with inhaled tiotropium bromide on lung function and static lung volumes, correlate this effect with dyspnoea in COPD patients.
- Trial name
- NCT02172378
- Testing
- Tiotropium inhalation capsules
- Volunteers
- 116 people
- Sponsor
- Boehringer Ingelheim
Respiratory Diseases
Effects of an Educational Intervention Program on Marble Factory Workers
Marble cutting exposes workers to dust, increasing risk of lung diseases like asthma, COPD, silicosis, and asbestosis. Many marble cutters in rural areas lack awareness of these risks and work without proper protection.
- Trial name
- NCT06479785
- Testing
- Educational Intervention Program for machine workers, Educational Intervention Program for manual workers
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 80 people
- Sponsor
- Riphah International University
Airway Inflammation, Asthma
An Exploratory Study to Characterise Changes in Airway Inflammation, Symptoms, Lung Function and Reliever Use in Adult Asthma Patients
This is a randomised, active-comparator, open-label, parallel-group, multicentre phase IV exploratory study to characterise changes in airway inflammation, symptoms, lung function, and reliever use in asthma patients using SABA…
- Trial name
- NCT03924635
- Testing
- SYMBICORT and salbutamol
- Where
- 6 sites in United Kingdom
- Volunteers
- 42 people
- Sponsor
- AstraZeneca
Pulmonary Function Test, Tidal Volume
Respiratory Monitoring System Safety and Performance Study
The goal of this observational study is collect data to evaluate the efficacy of the RMS system in monitoring, recording, and presenting respiratory function data to the user in participants scheduled for pulmonary function…
- Conditions
- Pulmonary Function Test, Tidal Volume, Respiratory Rate, Ventilators
- Trial name
- NCT05812378
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 50 people
- Sponsor
- RTM Vital Signs, LLC
Stroke, Muscle Spasticity
Safety Study of Botulinum Toxin Type A in Post-Upper Limb Stroke Patients With Reduced Lung Function
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety of injections of botulinum toxin Type A in patients with reduced lung function and focal upper limb poststroke spasticity
- Conditions
- Stroke, Muscle Spasticity, Motor Neuron Disease
- Trial name
- NCT00076687
- Testing
- botulinum toxin Type A, saline
- Where
- 4 sites in United States, Czechia and 2 more
- Volunteers
- 155 people
- Sponsor
- Allergan