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Progressive Muscle Relaxation and Deep Breathing Exercises in Patients With COPD

NCT07773194 · Status: COMPLETED · Phase: NA · Type: INTERVENTIONAL · Enrollment: 90

Last updated 2026-08-19

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Summary

This randomized controlled trial evaluated the effects of progressive muscle relaxation and deep breathing exercises on fatigue and sleep quality in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). A total of 90 patients were assigned to three groups: a progressive muscle relaxation exercise group, a deep breathing exercise group, and a control group. Participants in the intervention groups were taught their assigned exercises individually and were instructed to practice them daily at home for 8 weeks. The control group received no study intervention during this period. Fatigue and sleep quality were assessed before the intervention and at the end of the 8-week study period.

Conditions

  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

Interventions

BEHAVIORAL

Progressive Muscle Relaxation

Participants received individual training on progressive muscle relaxation exercises. The training lasted approximately 30-40 minutes. Relaxation exercise audio recordings were provided to support home practice. Participants were instructed to perform the progressive muscle relaxation exercises every morning at home for 8 weeks. Weekly telephone contact was maintained during the intervention period.

BEHAVIORAL

Deep Breathing Exercise

Participants received individual practical training in pursed-lip breathing exercises. The technique was explained verbally and practiced under guidance in a quiet environment to ensure correct performance. The training lasted approximately 20-25 minutes. Participants were instructed to perform the breathing exercises every morning at home for 8 weeks.

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Firat University

    lead OTHER

Study Design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
SUPPORTIVE_CARE
Masking
NONE
Model
PARALLEL

Eligibility

Min Age
18 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
No

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2025-02-15
Primary Completion
2026-01-15
Completion
2026-01-15

Countries

  • Turkey (Türkiye)

Study Locations

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