COPD Trial, Recruiting
Who may be able to join
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Who might be able to join this trial:
- People who have a confirmed diagnosis of COPD, shown through breathing tests (a specific ratio of less than 0.7 on lung function testing after using an inhaler) and a smoking history of more than 10 pack-years
- People who are currently taking part in a pulmonary rehabilitation program (a structured exercise and education program for lung conditions)
- People aged 18 years or older
- People whose condition has been stable for more than 3 weeks, meaning no flare-ups or worsening of symptoms recently
- People whose blood oxygen level at rest is 88% or higher
- People whose blood oxygen level drops by 4% or more, and/or falls below 90%, during a 6-minute walking test (a standard test where distance walked in 6 minutes is measured)
- People who have provided written, signed consent to participate
Who may not be able to join:
- People whose blood oxygen level at rest is below 88%
- People who already use long-term oxygen therapy at home
- People whose condition is currently unstable and requires changes to their medications or other treatments, or who need intensive medical care
- People who have another serious illness occurring alongside their COPD
- People who are unable to follow the study procedures — for example, due to language barriers, psychological conditions, or neurological or physical problems that affect walking or the ability to ride a stationary bike
- Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding
- People who are currently enrolled in another clinical trial that involves an active treatment
Important: Always verify eligibility with the trial site directly before applying.
Based on publicly available eligibility criteria from ClinicalTrials.gov. Verify directly with the trial site before acting. This is not medical advice.
Contact this trial
Principal Investigator: Silvia Ulrich, Prof., University of Zurich
Phone: +41 58 257 12 97
Contact details sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. Verify directly with the trial site before attending.
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Trial details
Where this trial is recruiting
Primary endpoints
Constant Work Rate Exercise Test Endurance time
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Data last synced from ClinicalTrials.gov: 27 July 2026. Trial status can change. Always verify current status directly with the trial site before making any decision.