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New treatment option for Post-stroke Dysphagia
Official title Acupuncture for Post-Stroke Dysphagia: A Clinical Study
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07493902
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Employing a nested design, a partially randomized preference study (Study II) is embedded within a prospective, multicenter cohort study (Study I). The cohort study, with acupuncture as the exposure factor, explores the clinical efficacy and health economic value of different integrated Chinese and Western medicine treatment protocols.
- 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 to 80
You may be able to join if
- Age between 18 and 80 years old, no gender restrictions;
- Meets diagnostic criteria for ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke, confirmed by CT or MRI, with disease duration within one year;
- Meets diagnostic criteria for dysphagia, with FOIS grade 2-4;
- Vital signs stable, able to understand and cooperate with study procedures; ⑤ Patient or legal representative agrees to sign informed consent.
You likely can't join if
- Dysphagia not caused by stroke, but resulting from other neurological disorders (e.g., motor neuron disease, myasthenia gravis) or organic lesions...
- Patients with psychiatric disorders or severe cognitive impairment who cannot cooperate with treatment;
- Patients with an expected survival time of less than 3 months; ④ Individuals with contrast medium allergy;
- Patients with severe needle phobia who cannot tolerate the procedure; ⑥ Pregnant women, those planning pregnancy, or lactating women; ⑦ Individuals...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Tianjin, Tianjin Municipality, China
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 to 80 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Tianjin, Tianjin Municipality, China. 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.