Clinical trials
Swallowing Function clinical trials
Below are recruiting swallowing function clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 17 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06988215Recruiting
Taping and swallowing exercises for stroke patients with swallowing difficulty
This trial tests whether kinesiology taping (a special tape placed on the skin) combined with swallowing exercises can help people who have had a stroke and have trouble swallowing. It may improve muscle thickness and swallowing function.
Istanbul, bahçelievlerAges 50–80 - NCT07445204Enrolling by invitation
Electrical stimulation for swallowing after stroke
This trial tests whether a gentle electrical stimulation technique on neck muscles can help improve swallowing in people who recently had a stroke. It may be a good option if you are still having trouble swallowing after your stroke.
IstanbulAges 18 years+ - NCT07184892Recruiting
Swallowing therapy after stroke
This study tests if watching swallowing movements (action observation therapy) helps people recover swallowing function after a first-time stroke. It uses a brain imaging technique called fNIRS to see how the brain responds.
Jinan, ShandongAges 18–80 - NCT05336760Recruiting
ALS study of swallowing comfort, quality of life, and PEG views
This study looks at swallowing problems in people with ALS and how they affect quality of life, including people’s attitudes toward PEG (a feeding tube). It may help researchers understand what support and information could improve comfort and day-to-day living.
LjubljanaAges 18 years+ - NCT05874102Enrolling by invitation
Testing how body position affects swallowing in infants
This study checks whether changing an infant’s body position (for example, side-lying or more upright) changes how safely they swallow. It focuses on infants who have swallowing difficulty seen during a special swallow test with imaging.
Hartford, ConnecticutAges 9 months–1.1 years - NCT06877897Enrolling by invitation
Ultrasound vs speech therapist for NG tube removal decision
This study is testing whether a simple ultrasound of the neck (called submental ultrasound) can help doctors decide when it's safe to remove a nasogastric (NG) tube, compared to a speech therapist's evaluation. If you have an NG tube that was placed due to a recent illness and are now recovering, this trial may help find a more reliable way to know when you can safely eat by mouth again.
Taipei, TaipeiAges 18 years+ - NCT04019548RecruitingPhase 3
Test swallowing and quality of life during chemo-radiation for throat cancer
This study looks at how well people swallow and how their quality of life changes during standard chemo-radiation for newly diagnosed throat (oropharyngeal) cancer. The goal is to better understand swallowing side effects so care can improve.
BrusselsAges 18 years+ - NCT06148077Recruiting
Manual therapy for head and neck cancer survivors with jaw or shoulder issues
This study tests whether manual therapy (hands-on treatment) can improve mouth opening, swallowing, and movement in people who had head and neck cancer surgery or radiation. It may help if you have jaw stiffness, pain, or shoulder problems after treatment.
Temuco, CautinAges 18 years+ - NCT06305949Recruiting
Brain stimulation to improve swallowing after stroke
This trial tests a gentle electrical brain stimulation (tDCS) to see if it helps improve swallowing after a first-time stroke. It is designed for people who are at least 3 weeks post-stroke and still have swallowing problems.
Bucheon-siAges 19 years+ - NCT07026734Recruiting
Speech and Swallow Effects of Deep Brain Stimulation in Parkinson's
This study looks at how deep brain stimulation (DBS) affects speech and swallowing in people with Parkinson's disease. It aims to help understand changes so doctors can better support you after DBS surgery.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 45–85 - NCT07195383Recruiting
Safe swallowing check after breathing tube removal in ICU
This study tests a special nutrition program for patients who just had a breathing tube removed in the ICU. It aims to see if a safe swallowing check can help prevent problems and make feeding safer.
IstanbulAges 18 years+ - NCT07479680Recruiting
Chin-tuck exercise for swallowing after stroke
This trial tests a chin-tuck exercise (pressing your chin down against resistance) to improve swallowing function after a stroke. It includes both people with swallowing problems and healthy volunteers.
Taipei, TaipeiAges 18–90 - NCT07606547Recruiting
Swallowing Strength Training for Parkinson's Disease
This study tests whether a mouth and throat muscle-strengthening device called EMST helps people with Parkinson's disease who have difficulty swallowing. Stronger throat muscles may make swallowing safer and easier.
MünsterAges 18 years+ - NCT05482022Recruiting
Test speaking valve effects for people with tracheostomy and brain injury
This study checks whether a speaking valve changes breathing, swallowing, and voice in people who have a tracheostomy after a brain injury. It may help doctors find safer ways to improve communication and function for people who are in a minimal conscious or unresponsive state.
RaananaAges 18 years+ - NCT06635187Recruiting
Oral-motor assessment and rehab app study
This study tests a mobile app that helps assess and train the muscles used for speaking and swallowing. It is for Cantonese-speaking adults who are either healthy or have had a stroke.
Hong Kong, Hong KongAges 20–85 - NCT07564921Enrolling by invitation
Nutrition and Muscle Strength in Multiple Sclerosis With Swallowing Difficulty
This study looks at how nutritional status and muscle function relate to each other in people with multiple sclerosis who have difficulty swallowing. Understanding this connection may help doctors better support patients with MS who struggle with eating and drinking.
Gaziantep, şehitkamilAges 18–65 - NCT05708885Recruiting
Testing a tool to change esophagus muscle movement
This study looks at how a device affects how the esophagus muscles squeeze and relax. It may help people better understand swallowing problems, even if their usual esophagus test looks normal.
Milwaukee, WisconsinAges 18–90
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for swallowing function?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 17 recruiting swallowing function studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a swallowing function trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a swallowing function trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
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.