Simple cough workout may shield cancer survivors from deadly pneumonia
NCT ID NCT02662907
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 01, 2026 · Updated 30 times
Summary
This study looks at whether exercising the muscles used for coughing and swallowing can help head and neck cancer survivors who had radiation therapy. The goal is to reduce the risk of pneumonia caused by accidentally inhaling saliva. About 175 participants will be followed to see if stronger cough muscles lead to safer swallowing.
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University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, Texas, 77030, United States
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