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Effect of Pulmonary Rehabilitation and Physical Activity on COVID-19 Long-Term Symptoms (PuReCOVID)

NCT07046442 · Status: COMPLETED · Type: OBSERVATIONAL · Enrollment: 40

Last updated 2026-05-06

No results posted yet for this study

Summary

This single-center, observational, longitudinal, retrospective and prospective study investigates the impact of Active Cycle of Breathing Technique (ACBT) and moderate daily physical activity on symptoms associated with long COVID, such as cough, dyspnea, and fatigue. The study aims to assess whether these interventions can moderately alleviate or resolve these symptoms and evaluate their potential association with small airway dysfunction (SAD), as measured by Impulse Oscillometry (IOS).

The investigators will recruit 40 adult patients with long COVID who meet specific inclusion criteria. Participants will perform ACBT twice daily and complete at least 6000 steps per day for six weeks. The investigators will track clinical and lung function parameters, including spirometry, IOS, and exercise capacity.

Conditions

  • COVID - 19

Interventions

OTHER

Pulmonary Rehabilitation

The Active Cycle of Breathing Technique (ACBT), is a structured method aimed at restoring normal breathing patterns, improving respiratory muscle efficiency, and reducing airway irritation.

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Chiesi Farmaceutici S.p.A.

    collaborator INDUSTRY

  • University of Parma

    lead OTHER

Eligibility

Min Age
18 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
No

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2022-04-05
Primary Completion
2025-02-04
Completion
2025-12-30

Countries

  • Italy

Study Locations

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