Electric belly zaps may help spinal cord injury patients cough better
NCT ID NCT07626931
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a device that electrically stimulates the abdominal muscles can improve cough strength in 150 adults with a recent spinal cord injury. Participants will use the device during breathing exercises for up to 6 weeks. The goal is to see if it helps clear mucus and reduces lung infections like pneumonia.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Respiratory Muscle Stimulator (device)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could provide a non-drug way to strengthen cough and reduce pneumonia risk in people with spinal cord injury.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage trial with 150 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The device may not improve cough enough to prevent complications.
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