Nerve stimulation to improve swallowing in people with ALS
Part of Brain & nervous system, Digestive system, Ear, nose & throat, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests a gentle nerve-stimulation device placed on the neck that aims to increase how often people with ALS swallow and feel the urge to swallow. It is designed to help people who are having trouble swallowing but do not yet need a feeding tube.
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Who can take part
- You have a confirmed diagnosis of ALS.
- Your swallowing problems are moderate but not too mild or too severe.
- You can still eat by mouth (at least some foods and liquids).
- You do not have severe memory, thinking, or behavior problems.
- You are not currently using a feeding tube through your nose.
- You do not have certain heart conditions, a pacemaker, or an implanted defibrillator.
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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