Comparison of Two Positive Expiratory Pressure Devices in Stable COPD Patients
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
About this trial
This is an interventional treatment trial for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
- Stable COPD patients, younger than 80 years of age, older than 21 years and are willing to participate and give consent to participate
Exclusion Criteria:
- tracheotomy
Sites / Locations
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Arm 2
Experimental
Active Comparator
Pulmonica
RC-Cornet
The Pulmonica is a specially constructed and tuned Pulmonary Harmonica that produces deep, resonant, meditative sounds that can be felt vibrating in the lungs and sinuses. Participants who will be instructed to inhale and exhale through the PEP device at least ten times daily for up to six months.
The RC-Cornet is a device that provides oscillatory positive expiratory pressure (OPEP) therapy for the detachment and removal of pulmonary secretions. Through variable pressure settings and optional aerosolized medication delivery, patients realize maximum efficacy specific to their unique clinical needs.The RC-Cornet uses the patient's full expired air volume to produce pressure and oscillatory vibrations. Participants who will be instructed to inhale and exhale through the PEP device at least ten times daily for up to six months.