This trial is enrolling individuals with incomplete spinal cord injuries for at least 3 months (at level C4 or below) to test the effect of acute intermittent hypoxia (AIH) on upper and lower limb function. AIH involves repeatedly breathing air with low oxygen content for brief periods, alternating with breathing room air with normal oxygen content. If included, participants will undergo an intervention 3 times/week for a period of 4 weeks of either: 1) AIH (9% oxygen) alternating with normal air (21% oxygen); or 2) a sham treatment, normal air alternating with normal air. Assessments include upper and lower limb motor function, balance, quality of life, and disability.
Traumatic
Non-traumatic
Type
Details
-Participants will undergo either 1) an AIH intervention or 2) a sham intervention 3 times/week for a period of 4 weeks - Final testing of upper and lower limb function will be performed 30 days after the intervention
Main benefits
Arm/hand function
Additional benefits
Mental health and psychosocial factors
Standing/walking/mobility
Good to know: Potential benefits are defined as outcomes that are being measured during and/or after the trial.
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