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Compares treatment options for Healthy Active Athletes
Official title Intermittent Hypoxic Training (IHT) Versus Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) for Aerobic Performance
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05447416
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Comparing the effect of HBOT and IHT on aerobic performance of athletes.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 45, men only. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Vo2max above 3500 ml or Vo2max/kg above 50 ml/kg
- Age 18-45
- people are active aerobic athletes, training regularly more than 4 exercise sessions per week.
- Subject willing and able to read, understand and sign an informed consent
You likely can't join if
- Inability to attend scheduled clinic visits and/or comply with the study protocol
- Active malignancy
- Active smokers
- Previous treatment of HBOT for any reason prior to study enrollment.
- Chest pathology incompatible with pressure changes
- Major orthopedic injury at the past 3 months
See the full eligibility criteria
- Vo2max above 3500 ml or Vo2max/kg above 50 ml/kg
- Age 18-45
- people are active aerobic athletes, training regularly more than 4 exercise sessions per week.
- Subject willing and able to read, understand and sign an informed consent
- Inability to attend scheduled clinic visits and/or comply with the study protocol
- Active malignancy
- Active smokers
- Previous treatment of HBOT for any reason prior to study enrollment.
- Chest pathology incompatible with pressure changes
- Major orthopedic injury at the past 3 months
- Inner ear disease
- Lung pathology
- The inability to perform an awake brain MRI
- Claustrophobia
- Previous neurologic conditions (e.g., Epilepsy, Brain tumors or s/p neurosurgery etc.)
- Comorbidities and medications that rule out the subject
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Zrifin, Israel
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling male, 18 years to 45 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Zrifin, Israel. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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