PEP Buddy in Pulmonary Rehabilitation (NCT07404826)
A Randomized, Sham Controlled Clinical Trial to Assess the Effectiveness of a Positive End Expiratory Device for Accelerating and Maintaining Pulmonary Rehabilitation Gains
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
In this study, the investigators will test Veterans with COPD in Pulmonary Rehabilitation. Between two groups, the investigators will give one group a device that assists with breathing and symptoms and the other receives a 'sham' device which does not provide these benefits. The investigators will test to see if the symptoms and exercise capacity of the group who receives this device improves faster in Pulmonary Rehabilitation and has longer lasting benefits after the end of Pulmonary Rehabilitation.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: Cincinnati VA Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH — Cincinnati, Ohio
Age range: 40 Years to 89 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistFull eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria ↗
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (2 Sites)
- Cincinnati VA Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH — Cincinnati, Ohio
- Louis Stokes VA Medical Center, Cleveland, OH — Cleveland, Ohio
📞 Contact the Study Coordinator
Phone: (724) 730-3862
Email: robert.burkes@va.gov
Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.
💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.
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💡 How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.