Zapping breathing muscles may speed ventilator weaning
NCT ID NCT07199036
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This completed trial tested whether electrical stimulation of the diaphragm and abdominal muscles helps patients who have been on a breathing machine for a long time to breathe on their own sooner. 300 adults who had been on a ventilator for at least 21 days received either real stimulation, sham stimulation, or both, along with standard care. The main goal was to see how many days it took to successfully wean off the ventilator.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
electrical stimulation of breathing muscles (TEDS and abFES)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could help patients who struggle to breathe on their own get off ventilators sooner, reducing complications and hospital stays.
What could go wrong
This is a completed trial, but results are not yet widely confirmed. The effect may be small or not apply to all patients. Electrical stimulation may cause discomfort or skin irritation.
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Locations
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Beijing Rehabilitation Hospital, Capital Medical University
Beijing, Shijingshan District, 100144, China