DEGLUTITION DISORDERS

This study collected voice recordings and sensor data from 259 adults with swallowing difficulties. Researchers compared voice changes before and after meals with standard swallow tests to see if voice analysis alone could accurately detect problems like food going into the airwa…

This study tested a portable, adjustable sitting device designed to improve posture and swallowing in people with swallowing disorders. 64 adults with both swallowing and posture problems were randomly assigned to use the device or not, and their swallowing was measured after one…

This study looked at whether adding a mild electrical stimulation to standard swallowing exercises helps people with multiple sclerosis who have trouble swallowing. 136 participants were split into two groups: one received real stimulation plus therapy, the other received fake st…

This study looked at whether playing video games can help stroke patients who have trouble swallowing (dysphagia). 84 adults who had a first stroke and swallowing issues were split into two groups: one did video-game based training, the other did standard swallowing exercises. Th…

This study watched and interviewed 22 pairs of people with Parkinson's disease (who have trouble swallowing) and their caregivers during meals. The goal was to describe the verbal and non-verbal strategies used to help the person eat safely and with pleasure. No new treatments we…

This study tested whether a gentle, non-invasive electrical stimulation under the chin could change how the brain controls swallowing. Ten healthy adults without swallowing problems received the stimulation while researchers measured brain signals and swallowing speed. The goal w…

This study looked at whether taking out the nasogastric feeding tube right after a breathing tube is removed helps ICU patients start eating by mouth sooner. Swallowing problems are common after ICU stays, and the feeding tube itself may make things worse. The trial involved 112 …