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New treatment option for Dysphagia After Stroke
Official title Effect of Visual Biofeedback-Assisted Oropharyngeal Exercises in Post-Stroke Dysphagia
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07492719
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Post-stroke dysphagia is a common complication that negatively affects nutritional status, quality of life, and morbidity. Conventional swallowing rehabilitation, including oropharyngeal exercises and neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES), is widely used to improve swallowing function.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
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
- Adults aged 18 years or older
- Clinical diagnosis of dysphagia, defined by at least one of the following: presence of cough or throat clearing during the 90 mL water swallow test...
- Ability to initiate reflex swallowing
- History of cerebrovascular event within the previous 6 months
- Stable vital signs
You likely can't join if
- Severe cognitive impairment (Mini-Mental State Examination [MMSE] score \< 20), dementia, or severe communication difficulties due to aphasia
- Contraindications to electrical stimulation, including the presence of an
- implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD), impaired skin integrity or open wounds at the electrode placement site, or active epilepsy
- History of cervical surgery or presence of respiratory distress
- Diagnosis of malignancy
See the full eligibility criteria
- Adults aged 18 years or older
- Clinical diagnosis of dysphagia, defined by at least one of the following: presence of cough or throat clearing during the 90 mL water swallow test, reduced laryngeal elevation on clinical examination, or at least one...
- Ability to initiate reflex swallowing
- History of cerebrovascular event within the previous 6 months
- Stable vital signs
- Ability and willingness to provide written informed consent
- Severe cognitive impairment (Mini-Mental State Examination [MMSE] score \< 20), dementia, or severe communication difficulties due to aphasia
- Contraindications to electrical stimulation, including the presence of an
- implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD), impaired skin integrity or open wounds at the electrode placement site, or active epilepsy
- History of cervical surgery or presence of respiratory distress
- Diagnosis of malignancy
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)
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 listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to 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 Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye). 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.