Can breathing better heal a concussion? new trial tests simple biofeedback
NCT ID NCT07071350
First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 36 times
Summary
This study tests whether a breathing technique called heart rate variability biofeedback can ease persistent symptoms after a mild traumatic brain injury (concussion). The trial will include 148 veterans who have had a concussion more than a year ago and still struggle with symptoms like headaches, dizziness, and memory issues. Participants will learn to control their heart rate through breathing exercises, aiming to calm the nervous system and reduce symptom burden.
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What this could mean
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Active substance
heart rate variability biofeedback (breathing exercises)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a drug-free way to reduce long-term concussion symptoms like headaches, dizziness, and memory problems.
What could go wrong
This is a mid-stage trial with only 148 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The intervention is behavioral, so benefits may vary.
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