Nerve Stimulation to Help Breathing After Weight-Loss Surgery
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This trial tests whether electrical nerve stimulation (a non-invasive, pain-relieving technique) can help improve breathing problems that sometimes occur after weight-loss surgery. The study measures how well your diaphragm—the muscle that helps you breathe—works after the procedure.
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Who can take part
- Body mass index (BMI) greater than 40 kg/m² (roughly 250+ pounds for a 5'5" person)
- General health status classified as ASA II (you have mild, controlled medical conditions but are otherwise healthy enough for surgery)
- Willing to undergo abdominal ultrasound imaging to measure diaphragm movement
- No history of chronic lung diseases such as COPD, asthma, or interstitial fibrosis
- Able to consent and participate without refusing study procedures
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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