Digital treatment for drooling and swallowing in Parkinson’s
Part of Brain & nervous system, Digestive system, Ear, nose & throat clinical trials.
This trial tests a smartphone/tablet digital program meant to help with drooling (sialorrhea) and swallowing problems in people with Parkinson’s disease. If you’re eligible, you’ll use the platform during clinic study visits to see whether it can improve symptoms and safety.
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Who can take part
- Be age 22 or older
- Speak English well enough to follow study steps
- Have idiopathic Parkinson’s disease confirmed by a neurologist (any stage I–V)
- Have mild to moderate drooling based on a saliva scoring test (ROMP-Saliva score 11 or higher)
- Be in your “on” medication period during all study appointments (when your Parkinson’s meds are working best)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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