DYSPHAGIA

This study tests whether a smartphone app that uses artificial intelligence can help older adults with swallowing difficulties eat more safely. The app analyzes photos of food and drinks to check if the texture is safe. Researchers will compare 332 adults aged 60+ who use the app…

This study tests whether a smartphone-supported care program can improve health outcomes for stroke patients who have trouble swallowing. The program includes diet monitoring, doctor communication, and education. Researchers will compare 600 patients who receive this enhanced sup…

This study tests whether a gentle electrical stimulation on the neck (NMES) can help patients with tracheostomies who have trouble swallowing after being on a breathing machine for a long time. The treatment is given for 21 days alongside standard care. The goal is to see if it r…

This study will check how useful endoscopy is for finding the cause of stomach and gut issues in 150 children from birth to 18 years old at Assiut University Children Hospital. The goal is to see how often the procedure gives a clear diagnosis and to track any risks. The results …

This study tests a special acupuncture technique called 'Nine Pharyngeal Acupoints' to help stroke patients who have trouble swallowing. The goal is to see if it improves their ability to eat and drink safely. Researchers will use muscle activity tests and video X-rays to measure…

This study tests a coordinated rehab program for 74 veterans with head and neck cancer. The program combines standard swallowing therapy with proactive hearing and balance checks and a nurse assessment to find other rehab needs. The goal is to reduce stress and improve well-being…

This pilot study tests a non-invasive device that stimulates a nerve in the neck to see if it can increase how often people with ALS swallow and their urge to swallow. Up to 5 participants will receive supervised treatment sessions and be monitored with swallowing tests. The goal…

This study tests whether a feeding tube placed in the upper esophagus (oro-esophageal) helps stroke patients with swallowing difficulties recover faster than the standard nasogastric tube (through the nose). The trial will include 422 adults who recently had a first ischemic stro…

This study tests whether a hand-held mouth exercise device called IQoro can improve swallowing in 100 adults who have had a first stroke and now have trouble swallowing (dysphagia). Participants will either receive usual care or usual care plus daily IQoro training. The main goal…

This study tests whether a non-invasive device that gently stimulates a nerve in the ear can help people over 70 recover swallowing after a stroke. Twenty participants will receive either active or sham stimulation alongside standard speech therapy for three weeks. Researchers wi…

This study tests a 15-minute daily swallowing training program for older adults (60+) with mild swallowing difficulties. The program includes exercises like neck movements, breathing, and tongue exercises. Researchers will measure changes in swallowing function, choking incidents…

This study tests three methods of checking the pressure in the breathing tube's cuff during breast surgery to see which causes the least throat pain, hoarseness, cough, and trouble swallowing afterward. About 90 women having elective breast surgery will be randomly assigned to co…

This study looks at two ways to feed stroke patients who have trouble swallowing: a standard nasogastric tube (through the nose) and an oro-esophageal tube (through the mouth). The goal is to see which method better protects the airway and improves swallowing function. About 156 …

This study will compare two different devices that measure pressure and flow during swallowing in 25 healthy adults. The goal is to see how differences in the devices affect the measurements, which could help standardize the diagnosis of swallowing disorders (dysphagia). Particip…

This pilot study will test whether using ultrasound during common office procedures for voice and swallowing problems is helpful and practical. Researchers will enroll 200 adults with conditions like chronic cough, vocal cord issues, or swallowing difficulties. They will measure …

This study looks at whether easy speech exercises and a quick swallowing test can help find adults who might have trouble swallowing. Researchers will ask 720 adults to answer questions, do a saliva swallowing test, and record rapid syllable sounds. The goal is to create a simple…

This study tests whether adding a web application to standard training helps family caregivers learn nasogastric tube feeding more quickly. About 136 caregivers will either get standard training alone or standard training plus the web app. The goal is to see if the web app reduce…

This study will use a special test called high-resolution manometry with impedance to closely examine how the throat and esophagus work during swallowing in 160 adults with swallowing difficulties or suspected extraesophageal reflux. Participants will also undergo 24-hour pH moni…

This study is testing a new, non-invasive wearable device that tracks swallowing muscle activity. Researchers will enroll 20 healthy adults and 20 people with swallowing difficulties (dysphagia). The goal is to see if the device can accurately measure swallowing, which could lead…