Swallowing therapy trial for throat muscle weakness
Part of Digestive system, Ear, nose & throat clinical trials.
This trial tests a non-invasive swallowing treatment for people with difficulty swallowing (dysphagia). It aims to improve swallowing safety and reduce the risk of food or liquid going down the wrong pipe.
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Who can take part
- Be at least 20 years old
- Have a body mass index (BMI) between 18.5 and 30
- Have been diagnosed with swallowing difficulty (dysphagia)
- Show unsafe swallowing during a special swallowing test (FEES) when drinking thin liquids
- Not take any medications that affect stomach or bowel movement
- Not have had any surgery on the stomach or intestines
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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