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Singing Intervention for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Sponsor: University of Kansas Medical Center
Summary
Why is this study being done? Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) causes airflow blockage creating breathing issues, distress, and lower well-being. COPD also causes hyperinflation of the lungs. The investigators are doing the study to learn more about improving lung function for patients with COPD by using voice-based experiences. What is being tested in this study? If singing/vocalizing can improve lung function. How long will I be in the study? The study will last 4 weeks and involve 2 in-person visits to KUMC with virtual vocal sessions two times a week over Zoom.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
5
Start Date
2024-07-25
Completion Date
2024-11-26
Last Updated
2026-05-04
Healthy Volunteers
No
Interventions
singing intervention for COPD
Using the Therapeutic Function of Music Plan, this individually tailored music therapy used singing and vocal exercises, guided by a board-certified music therapist, to aid in complete exhalation and reduce air trapping that occurs in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Locations (1)
University of Kansas Medical Center
Kansas City, Kansas, United States