Effect of Short-term Descent to Low Altitude in Healthy Residents at Moderate Altitude (>1000 m.a… (NCT05826808) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Effect of Short-term Descent to Low Altitude in Healthy Residents at Moderate Altitude (>1000 m.a.s.l.).
Switzerland44 participantsStarted 2023-06-30
Plain-language summary
The purpose of this study is to investigate the effect of short-term descent in healthy residents at moderate altitude (\>1000 m.a.s.l.).
Who can participate
Age range18 Years – 70 Years
SexALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Healthy (no current medical condition or intake of regular medication, except negligible medical issues or accidents not interfering with the current health status or physical performance.)
* Living above 1000 m.a.s.l. since at least 1 year
* No overnight stay at altitudes \<1000 m.a.s.l. in the previous 4 weeks
* 18-70 years old
* Body mass index 18,5-30 kg/m2
* informed consent
Exclusion Criteria:
* Active diseases or health related conditions that require treatment (sleep disorders (mainly sleep apnea), chronic rhinitis, cardiovascular and lung diseases)
* Use of drugs that affect the respiratory center drive (sedatives, sleep inducing drugs, opioids), stimulants or illegal drugs
* Regular consumption of recreational drugs (alcohol and nicotine included)