Rationale Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is characterized by dysfunctional
breathing patterns that contribute to impaired lung function and symptoms of dyspnea …

Background Although dyspnea is a primary symptom of chronic obstructive pulmonary
disease (COPD), its treatment is suboptimal. In both COPD and acute anxiety, breathing …

Purpose: Dysfunctional breathing behaviors are prevalent in chronic obstructive pulmonary
disease (COPD). Although these behaviors contribute to dyspnea, abnormal carbon dioxide …

Dyspnoea self-management is often suboptimal for patients with COPD. Many patients with
COPD experience chronic dyspnoea as distressing and disabling, especially during …

To investigate the effectiveness of paced breathing guided by biofeedback on clinical and
functional outcomes of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). An …

Purpose Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is associated with multiple
psychosocial and behavioral factors. Prior research suggests that mind-body interventions …

Objective To investigate whether guided deep breathing using a device improves
breathlessness, quality of life, and breathing pattern in moderate and severe stage of …

In this pilot feasibility randomized controlled trial, participants with moderate to severe COPD
were randomized to a 12-week tai chi or MBB intervention. Participants were assessed at …

BACKGROUND: In patients with COPD, psychological interventions usually target
generalized anxiety and depression rather than the sensation of breathlessness. The …

Introduction Dyspnoea has been defined as a 'subjective experience of breathing discomfort
that consists of qualitatively distinct sensations that vary in intensity'. However, the majority of …