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Strength training plus walking exercise for COPD patients

Plain-English translation of NCT03799354 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated February 2026 · Translation generated June 2026 · How we translate trials

This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.

What is this trial?

This study is testing whether a specific type of strength training—called maximal strength training—combined with walking or endurance exercise can help people with COPD. The researchers want to see if this training approach can make your muscles work more efficiently, help you feel less tired, and make everyday activities easier. The study compares this combination training to standard endurance exercise alone.

People with COPD often feel weak and tired, which makes daily activities harder and increases the risk of falls. While regular exercise helps, researchers think that adding maximum strength training—which focuses on building power and speed in your muscles—might give even better results by improving how efficiently your body uses energy.

Do you qualify?

You likely qualify if…

you have been diagnosed with COPD according to standard guidelines
your lung function shows moderate to severe airflow limitation (FEV1 less than 50% of predicted)
your COPD is currently stable and not in a flare-up
you are willing to participate in an exercise training program

You likely don't qualify if…

you have other lung diseases besides COPD
you have type 2 diabetes or other metabolic disorders
you have a history of cancer
you have had a respiratory infection in the past 4 weeks
you are currently using long-term oxygen therapy

What participation looks like

You would be randomly assigned to either the strength-plus-endurance training group or the endurance-only group. The study involves working with exercise specialists who will guide you through strength exercises (performed at high intensity) combined with endurance activities like walking. You'll have visits to a clinic where your strength, breathing, and ability to perform daily tasks will be measured before, during, and after the training program.

AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 5, 2026 · Not medical advice

Trial locations(1 site)

Italy

ICS Maugeri IRCCS, Respiratory Rehabilitation of the Institute of Lumezzane, Lumezzane, Brescia

Key details

Sponsor

Istituti Clinici Scientifici Maugeri SpA

Collaborators

Universita di Verona

Enrollment target

~20 participants

Started

September 2019

Primary completion

May 2026

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Age range

50 Years – 80 Years

Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in February 2026.

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Central contact

Mara Paneroni, MSc, PT

Istituti Clinici Scientifici Maugeri

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