Are there dysphagia clinical trials in California?

Yes. We're currently tracking 2 recruiting dysphagia studies with a site in California, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.

How do I find out if I qualify for a dysphagia study in California?

Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.

Do I have to live in California to take part?

Not necessarily. These studies have a site in California, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.

Does it cost anything to join a dysphagia trial?

Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.

Clinical trials · California

Dysphagia clinical trials in California

We’re tracking 2 recruiting dysphagia studies with a site in California, each written for real people, not researchers.

Recruiting studies in California

NCT05108896Recruiting
Testing breathing and swallowing recovery after ICU breathing support
This study looks at aspiration (food or liquid going “the wrong way” into the airway) in people who survived a serious ICU breathing problem. It may help doctors better support safe swallowing and breathing recovery after being on a breathing machine.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 18 years+
NCT06475365Enrolling by invitation
Salt water gargling after neck surgery to help swallowing
This study tests whether gargling with salt water after multi-level neck fusion surgery can improve swallowing recovery. If you are having this surgery, the trial aims to find a simple, low-cost way to protect your swallowing function.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–80

Where these studies are running in California

Institutions with a site for the recruiting dysphagia studies listed above.

Stanford Univerity
University of Southern California

What taking part in a dysphagia study involves

A screening visit first

Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.

Care at a nearby site

Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.

You stay in control

Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.

The team decides eligibility

Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.

Dysphagia trials in other states

Common questions

Are there dysphagia clinical trials in California?: Yes. We're currently tracking 2 recruiting dysphagia studies with a site in California, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
How do I find out if I qualify for a dysphagia study in California?: Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
Do I have to live in California to take part?: Not necessarily. These studies have a site in California, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
Does it cost anything to join a dysphagia trial?: Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.

Not the right time?

New dysphagia studies open in California regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.

Get told when a study that fits you opens

Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.