Effectiveness of DITM Versus IMT in COPD Patients

"The subjects will be trained on their inhalation techniques with the Digital Medication Administration Device consists of an inhalation device with a display and inhalation technique assessment module. The device will show a standardized video demonstration and will evaluate the subjects' inhalation technique. A printed report will be available afterwards.~A home-based inhalation management service package will be provided to the subjects including a digital sensor that records the time, frequency, and key inhalation technique parameters for each use of metered-dose inhalers or dry powder inhalers, and automatically synchronizes the data to the cloud. The data is then analyzed for adherence and technique performance. Based on the data, subjects will receive medication reminders and voice alerts for any technique errors on the app provided with the package. Visual charts of medication adherence and inhalation technique will be available to reinforce self-management."

The subjects will receive standardized verbal training and demonstration of inhalation techniques and any questions will be answered Inspiratory muscle training equipment, ancillary software, inspiratory muscle training plan, and equipment user guide will be sent home with the patient.