Individuals living with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) may have problems with their balance and a higher incidence of falls compared to those of a similar age who do not have COPD. Pulmonary rehabilitation is recommended for people with COPD. These training programs, however, do not typically include balance training or fall prevention strategies. Therefore, the aim of this study is to determine the effects of a balance-training program for patients with COPD who may be at risk of falling. You are being invited to be part of this study because you have been diagnosed with a chronic lung disease called Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and if you are planning on attending the Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program at St. Paul’s Hospital.
For questions about this study, please contact Ashley Kirkham, research assistant at 604-682-2344 x64801 or click here to send an email.