Rescue litter position may impact breathing
NCT ID NCT07219290
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at how lying flat, sitting up, or being vertical in a rescue litter affects lung function. Researchers will test 12 healthy volunteers weighing 130-310 pounds. The goal is to see if a vertical position is better for breathing than lying flat, which could help rescue teams decide how to move patients in tight spaces.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could help rescue teams choose the best litter position for patients with breathing problems during evacuations.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small study (12 people) and only measures lung function in healthy volunteers, not real patients. Results may not apply to injured or ill people.
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UCSF Fresno
Fresno, California, 93701, United States
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