Could a simple gas ease breathing for spinal cord injury patients?
NCT ID NCT05536076
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether daily treatments with slightly elevated carbon dioxide (hypercapnia) can improve breathing and reduce sleep apnea in Veterans with spinal cord injury. About 30 adults with chronic spinal cord injury or able-bodied people with sleep apnea will receive the treatment for two weeks. The goal is to see if this approach is practical and helps with respiratory symptoms.
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Conditions
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Locations
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John D. Dingell VA Medical Center, Detroit, MI
RECRUITINGDetroit, Michigan, 48201-1916, United States
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