Zeng Xi

This study looked at how two different feeding methods affect the mental health of stroke patients who have trouble swallowing. 156 adults with ischemic stroke were randomly assigned to receive nutrition through either an intermittent tube or a standard nasogastric tube. Research…

This study looked at whether a stellate ganglion block (a nerve injection) can improve swallowing in people who had a stroke and developed bulbar palsy. 124 adults who had their first stroke took part. All received standard rehab, and half also got the nerve block. After 10 days,…

This study looked at whether a short chewing exercise before meals can improve quality of life and nutrition in stroke patients who have trouble swallowing. 120 adults who had a stroke and were on tube feeding took part. Half did 10 minutes of chewing training before each meal, w…

This study looked at 98 people with severe traumatic brain injury who needed a breathing tube. Researchers compared two ways of giving nutrition: a tube that goes through the mouth into the esophagus versus a tube through the nose into the stomach. They checked blood markers, wei…