Swallowing Therapy and Pressure Ball Training After Stroke
Part of Brain & nervous system, Digestive system, Ear, nose & throat, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests whether a swallowing therapy program (CTAR) combined with a pressure ball exercise helps older adults who had a stroke recover their ability to swallow safely. Many stroke survivors struggle with swallowing, which can lead to serious health problems, so this research aims to find better ways to help.
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Who can take part
- You are between 65 and 90 years old
- You had a stroke (either bleeding or clot type) more than 6 months ago
- You currently receive home care services from a participating agency
- You have difficulty swallowing since your stroke
- You can understand and follow instructions for training exercises
- You do not have a tracheostomy, recent neck surgery, or history of head/neck cancer
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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