Status:
COMPLETED
Randomized Controlled Trial of Mind-Body Breathing Therapy (in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) To Improve Palliation of Dyspnea and Health-Related Quality of Life
Lead Sponsor:
US Department of Veterans Affairs
Collaborating Sponsors:
Samueli Institute for Information Biology
Conditions:
Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive
Eligibility:
All Genders
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
Dyspnea (shortness of breath) is a complex experience that includes interpretation of physical impairments and associated distress to the person. The role of mind-body interactions in the experience o...
Detailed Description
Objectives We aim to test the feasibility and efficacy of mind-body breathing therapy (MBBT) in improving dyspnea and health-related quality of life for patients suffering from late-stage COPD. This r...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Resting Dyspnea \> 2 OR Activity Dyspnea \> 4 in the prior 4 weeks to screening
Exclusion
- Cognitive impairment on the 10-item Short Portable Mental Status Questionnaire
- History of serious psychiatric illness
- Unwilling or unable to participate in the full eight week program and evaluation
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
October 1 2005
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
End Date :
October 1 2006
Estimated Enrollment :
120 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT00243282
Start Date
October 1 2005
End Date
October 1 2006
Last Update
January 21 2009
Active Locations (1)
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Greater Los Angeles VA Healthcare System
Los Angeles, California, United States, 90073