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Study identifier: NCT07216755 Synced from ClinicalTrials.gov · July 28, 2026
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Effects of Breathing Training and Nitrate on Exercise at Simulated Altitude

Condition: Healthy Adults · Mechanical Ventilation Dependence · Hypoxia  ·  Sponsor: Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

PhaseNA
Planned participants80
Who can joinAll sexes, 18 Years to 40 Years
Healthy volunteersYes

About this study

This study investigates whether respiratory muscle training (RMT) and dietary nitrate supplementation can improve exercise tolerance under simulated moderate altitude conditions. Exposure to reduced oxygen availability at altitude places additional strain on the cardiovascular and respiratory systems, which may limit endurance performance. By combining RMT-designed to strengthen the muscles involved in breathing-with nitrate therapy, which enhances nitric oxide availability and vascular function, this study aims to determine whether these interventions independently or synergistically improve oxygen delivery, reduce physiological strain, and enhance exercise performance. The findings will help identify non-pharmacological strategies to improve physical performance and tolerance to hypoxia in both clinical and operational environments.

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Scott Ferguson K Ferguson, Ph.D.  ·  386-226-7381  ·  ferguss8@erau.edu

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Locations (1)

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical UniversityDaytona Beach, Florida, United StatesRecruiting

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