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Official title The Effect of an Auditory Rhythmic Cue on the Frequency of Rolling in Patients with Dysphagia and Parkinson's Disease
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06695455
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The main objective of this clinical study is to measure the effect of rhythmic auditory cueing, introduced in rehabilitation with three weekly sessions over a period of 7 weeks, on the frequency of rolling in idiopathic Parkinson's disease patients using pharyngography (swallowing radiography). The primary question of this study is: Does the rhythmic cueing introduced in rehabilitation significantly reduce the frequency of rolling in dysphagic Parkinson's patients?
- Time commitment: about 7 weeks
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Diagnosis of idiopathic Parkinson's disease established by a neurologist using a DAT SCAN and clinical examination;
- Presence of a swallowing disorder, specifically rolling;
- Patient affiliated with the social security system;
- Patient aged 18 years or older
You likely can't join if
- Severe pharyngeal dysphagia (leading to aspiration with nectar and pudding textures);
- Severe cognitive impairment (score \<24 on the Mini Mental Parkinson test);
- Known deafness/profound hearing loss;
- Patients under legal protection measures;
- History of reconstructive ENT surgery at the oropharyngeal level;
- Neurological history that could cause a swallowing disorder (e.g., stroke);
See the full eligibility criteria
- Diagnosis of idiopathic Parkinson's disease established by a neurologist using a DAT SCAN and clinical examination;
- Presence of a swallowing disorder, specifically rolling;
- Patient affiliated with the social security system;
- Patient aged 18 years or older
- Severe pharyngeal dysphagia (leading to aspiration with nectar and pudding textures);
- Severe cognitive impairment (score \<24 on the Mini Mental Parkinson test);
- Known deafness/profound hearing loss;
- Patients under legal protection measures;
- History of reconstructive ENT surgery at the oropharyngeal level;
- Neurological history that could cause a swallowing disorder (e.g., stroke);
- Patient with a gastrostomy and no oral feeding;
- Ongoing speech therapy for swallowing;
- The patient is included in another research protocol;
- Pregnant women or women suspected of being pregnant;
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Saint-Sébastien-de-Morsent, Normandy, France
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The study runs about 7 weeks per participant, based on its public description. The team confirms the exact schedule and number of visits before you enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Saint-Sébastien-de-Morsent, Normandy, France. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.