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Mindfulness and breathing exercises for people with COPD

Plain-English translation of NCT07195838 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated September 2025 · 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 trial is testing a new program called Mindful-Breath that combines mindfulness meditation, guided breathing exercises, and personalized text-message coaching to help people with COPD (a chronic lung disease) improve their physical activity and reduce stress. The program uses a mix of video sessions and instant messaging support delivered over 8 weeks. Researchers want to see if this approach helps people feel better, breathe easier, and stay more active in their daily lives.

People with COPD often struggle with stress and physical inactivity, which can make their condition worse. This trial was designed to test whether combining mindfulness techniques with breathing exercises and modern technology (like messaging apps) can help address these challenges and improve overall wellbeing.

Do you qualify?

You likely qualify if…

you are between 50 and 80 years old
you have been diagnosed with COPD (stages 1–4) with specific breathing test results
you have not had a sudden flare-up of your COPD in the past 4 weeks
you experience moderate stress in daily life
you have access to a smartphone, tablet, or laptop with internet
you can read, speak, and write in Chinese

You likely don't qualify if…

you are already exercising more than 60 minutes per week at moderate intensity
you are currently enrolled in another medical study or trial
you have serious health conditions (like heart disease, uncontrolled high blood pressure, or mental illness) that would prevent you from safely participating
you have other lung diseases like asthma or active cancer
you have very severe COPD requiring oxygen therapy or a breathing machine at home

What participation looks like

If assigned to the treatment group, you would attend eight weekly 60-minute sessions over 8 weeks (most delivered online via video) that teach mindfulness, breathing techniques, and healthy lifestyle habits. You would also receive personalized text messages and chat support throughout those 8 weeks, and wear an activity tracker on your wrist to monitor your movement. If assigned to the control group, you would attend one in-person session on lung health education and receive only reminder messages. Researchers will check in with you at the start, right after the 8 weeks end, and again 3 months later to measure changes in activity, lung function, stress, and quality of life.

AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 2, 2026 · Not medical advice

Mindfulness and breathing exercises for people with COPD

What is this trial?

Do you qualify?

What participation looks like

Trial locations(1 site)