Acupuncture for swallowing difficulties after a stroke
Treatments studied
Part of Brain & nervous system, Digestive system, Ear, nose & throat, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests a special acupuncture needle called the 'Yanjiu Needle' to see if it helps people who have trouble swallowing after a stroke. The trial uses a non-invasive sensor on your skin to check how your swallowing muscles work. If you have had a stroke recently and still have swallowing problems, this treatment might help you eat and drink more safely.
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Who can take part
- You have had a first stroke and have had trouble swallowing for between 2 weeks and 6 months.
- Your vital signs (like heart rate and blood pressure) are stable, and you can follow doctor's instructions.
- You are between 40 and 75 years old.
- You have a swallowing function score of 4 or less on a standard scale (meaning you need some help with eating).
- You haven't had any surgeries or conditions that change the structure of your mouth, throat, or food pipe; no cancers there either.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
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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