Award
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs 1I01RD000440-01A2
A randomized, sham controlled clinical trial to assess the effectiveness of a positive end expiratory device for accelerating and maintaining pulmonary rehabilitation gains
Recipient
Veterans Affairs (VA)
Awarded
March 05, 2026
Identifier
1I01RD000440-01A2
A clinical trial funded by Veterans Affairs to evaluate the effectiveness of the PEP Buddy device in improving pulmonary rehabilitation for COPD patients among Veterans from 2026 to 2029.
Description
This project involves a clinical trial testing a portable positive expiratory pressure device called ‘PEP Buddy’ for COPD patients, focusing on improving pulmonary rehabilitation outcomes among Veterans. The project is funded by the Veterans Affairs and is scheduled for 2026-2029. The project aims to define the physiologic mechanism of the device and assess its impact on symptoms, functional status, and physiological response during and after pulmonary rehab.