Oxygen chamber trial for Kids' concussion symptoms halted early

NCT ID NCT03339037

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

Summary

This study tested whether breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized chamber (hyperbaric oxygen therapy) could help children aged 8-15 with prolonged post-concussion syndrome after a mild brain injury. The trial planned to enroll 52 participants but was terminated early. The goal was to see if the therapy improved thinking skills and reduced concussion symptoms.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

hyperbaric oxygen therapy (breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized chamber)

What this could lead to

If it had worked, this could point toward a treatment to ease lingering concussion symptoms in children.

What could go wrong

The trial was terminated early, so results are limited. It was a small, early study with no clear evidence yet.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Brain Concussion Brain Injuries, Traumatic Post-Concussion Syndrome traumatic brain injury

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Assaf-Harofeh Medical Center

    Ẕerifin, 70300, Israel