Swallowing therapy after stroke
Part of Brain & nervous system, Digestive system, Ear, nose & throat, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
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.
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Who can take part
- Had a first stroke within the last 6 months, and your condition is stable.
- You have trouble swallowing (dysphagia) confirmed by a water swallow test.
- Can sit upright for 30 minutes and have enough mental clarity to follow instructions.
- Ages 18 to 80 years old.
- No other reason for swallowing problems, no tumors or metal in your brain, and no severe vision, hearing, or mental health issues that would prevent participation.
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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