Resistance Swallowing Training for Tracheostomy Patients
Part of Ear, nose & throat clinical trials.
This study tests a new way of swallowing training for people who have a tracheostomy tube in their neck after being on a breathing machine. The training focuses on strengthening your swallowing muscles, which may help you eat and drink more safely.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You have a tracheostomy (a breathing tube in your neck) after being on a breathing machine.
- You are being treated in the ICU and are expected to stay in the hospital for more than 2 weeks after lung surgery.
- You can follow instructions and complete a simple test that measures how hard you can push your tongue against a sensor.
- You do not have problems with consciousness or movement in your mouth or throat that would prevent you from doing the training.
- You have no major jaw or face misalignment.
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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