New smart oxygen device aims to free lung patients from constant monitoring
NCT ID NCT07222592
First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a lightweight, battery-powered device called MoblO2 that automatically adjusts oxygen flow to keep blood oxygen at a healthy level during exercise. It is designed for people with COPD or interstitial lung disease who need supplemental oxygen. Over two weeks, 48 participants will use the device while doing daily activities to see if it improves physical activity, oxygen use, and quality of life.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only โ not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- MoblO2 device (closed-loop oxygen delivery system)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this device could make oxygen therapy easier and less burdensome, helping people with lung disease stay active and worry less about their oxygen levels.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study (48 people) testing a device for two weeks. It may not show clear benefits, and the device could malfunction or be inconvenient in real-world use.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Stanford University
Stanford, California, 94305, United States
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