Can HIIT help veterans breathe easier after deployment?

NCT ID NCT05849168

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This pilot study looked at whether high-intensity interval training (HIIT) can improve fitness and symptoms in veterans who developed breathing problems after deployment to Southwest Asia. Twelve veterans completed a 12-week program of supervised HIIT on a stationary bike plus home aerobic exercise. The study measured changes in exercise capacity, heart function, and quality of life.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: high-intensity interval training (HIIT) on a stationary bike and home aerobic exercise
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a non-drug way to improve breathing and fitness in veterans with deployment-related lung problems.
What could go wrong: This is a very small pilot study with only 12 participants, so results may not apply to all veterans. It's too early to know if HIIT is truly effective or safe for everyone with this condition.

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Locations

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Aurora, Colorado, 80045, United States
VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System

Aurora, Colorado, 80045, United States

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