Hypoxic preconditioning

Hypoxic preconditioning is a process where tissues or organs are exposed to short, controlled periods of low oxygen levels before undergoing potential stress or injury. This mild oxygen deprivation triggers adaptive responses that strengthen cells' resilience, making them better able to withstand more severe oxygen shortages later. It's akin to training the body to handle difficult conditions better. This technique is being explored to protect the heart, brain, and other organs from damage caused by events like strokes or heart attacks.