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Effects of Breathing Mild Bouts of Low Oxygen on Limb Mobility After Spinal Injury
NCT02323945 · View on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
Study Summary
Accumulating evidence suggests that repeatedly breathing low oxygen levels for brief periods (termed intermittent hypoxia) is a safe and effective treatment strategy to promote meaningful functional recovery in persons with chronic spinal cord injury (SCI). The goal of the study is to understand the mechanisms by which intermittent hypoxia enhances motor function and spinal plasticity (ability of the nervous system to strengthen neural pathways based on new experiences) following SCI.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- OTHER AIH
- OTHER Walk
- OTHER Strength
Study Locations (1)
Massachusetts
- Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital — Cambridge
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 44 participants |
| Start Date | 2014-10 |
| Est. Completion | 2027-11 |
| Phase | NA |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT02323945
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT02323945 describes a study currently listed as recruiting. It is categorized as NA, which is the standard way researchers label where a study sits along the investigational pathway from early safety work through later efficacy and post-marketing evaluation. The registered enrollment target is 44 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, which has 101 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov, and sponsors are the parties responsible for study design, oversight, and regulatory filings.
The record links to 1 condition, with Spinal Cord Injuries appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 3 interventions — of which AIH is the first listed. Interventions can include drugs, devices, procedures, behavioral programs, or observational arms, and each is tracked as a separate registry field so that downstream queries can filter accurately. When a trial lists multiple interventions, it usually reflects a multi-arm design or a comparison protocol rather than a single treatment being tested in isolation. The brief summary published in the registry is the clearest source of protocol intent and should be read before drawing conclusions from any sidebar tags.
Geographic footprint matters for practical reasons: NCT02323945 reports 1 study location spanning 1 distinct geographic area — top geographies include Massachusetts. A larger site network tends to correlate with broader recruitment capacity, but it does not imply anything about study quality, and site-level enrollment status can diverge from the overall registry status shown above. Every data point on this page comes from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset and is reproduced here for reference only; it is not a medical recommendation, an endorsement of the sponsor, or an invitation to enroll. Verify current status, eligibility criteria, and contact details directly at ClinicalTrials.gov, and discuss any participation decision with your own healthcare provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT02323945 about?
NCT02323945 is a clinical study titled "Effects of Breathing Mild Bouts of Low Oxygen on Limb Mobility After Spinal Injury". Accumulating evidence suggests that repeatedly breathing low oxygen levels for brief periods (termed intermittent hypoxia) is a safe and effective treatment strategy to promote meaningful functional recovery in persons with chronic spinal cord injury (SCI). The goal of the study is to understand the...
What is the current status of trial NCT02323945?
This trial is currently recruiting. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 44 participants. The study started on 2014-10. Estimated completion is 2027-11.
What conditions does trial NCT02323945 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Spinal Cord Injuries. These conditions were identified from the trial registry and reflect the primary focus areas of the research.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT02323945?
The interventions under investigation include: AIH (OTHER), Walk (OTHER), Strength (OTHER). Each intervention is being evaluated for safety and efficacy as part of this clinical study.
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT02323945?
This trial is sponsored by Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, which has 101 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov. The sponsor is responsible for the study's design, funding, and regulatory compliance.
Where is trial NCT02323945 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across Massachusetts. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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