Breathing trick may boost hand strength after spinal injury
NCT ID NCT03780829
First seen Feb 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 14, 2026 · Updated 20 times
Summary
This study tested whether short, repeated bursts of low oxygen (like mild breath-holding) paired with hand exercises could help people with chronic spinal cord injury regain grip and pinch strength. The trial was stopped early and included only 50 participants, so results are limited. The goal was to understand how the brain and nerves adapt after injury.
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Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital, Hines, IL
Hines, Illinois, 60141-3030, United States
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