Opportunity details

Do you have asthma but continue to experience breathlessness despite taking medication?

Join an online focus group to help design research on improving muscular control of breathing.

Link to organisation:

Full description:

We’re developing research for people with asthma who still feel breathless despite medication, often linked to reduced muscular control of breathing. A new physiotherapy treatment has been created and will be compared with NHS treatment.
We invite you to a 1 hour online focus group to share feedback on the study, help improve recruitment, and identify barriers to participation. Camera and active discussion required.
Please see attachment for further details and the link to express an interest.

Expression of interest to refine a physiotherapy based intervention for asthma patients – Fill out form

Opportunity Deadline

13th June 2026

Payment:

You will be paid £27.50, for the focus group and as a thank you for your time. This will be paid via electronic back transfer to a UK bank.

Expenses:

Not applicable

Organisation

University of Salford

This project is being delivered by researchers at the University of Salford who have expertise in asthma.

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Details

Topic:

Respiratory disorders

Location:

UK wide

Involvement type:

Identifying and prioritising

What support is offered?

A member of the research team will be in contact via email prior to the focus group and you will have the opportunity to ask any questions you may have. The discussion will be facilitated by researchers experienced in conducting focus groups and we will ensure all views are represented during the meeting.

Can the work be done from home?

Yes

Suitable for a beginner?

Yes


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