Upright or flat? rescue litter study tests best position for breathing
NCT ID NCT07219290
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 27 times
Summary
This study looks at how lying flat or upright on a rescue litter affects lung function in 12 healthy volunteers weighing 130-310 pounds. Researchers will measure how much air they can exhale in each position. The goal is to find out if an upright litter might be better for breathing during rescues from tight spaces like caves or cliffs.
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UCSF Fresno
Fresno, California, 93701, United States
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