New pressure test could predict who benefits from swallowing therapy

NCT ID NCT04569097

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen May 23, 2026 · Last updated May 23, 2026

Summary

This study followed 227 veterans with swallowing problems (dysphagia) for 8 weeks to see if measuring throat pressure during swallowing can predict who will improve with therapy. Participants did standard strengthening exercises, and researchers compared their pressure readings, X-ray swallowing tests, and symptom reports to those of healthy veterans. The goal is to create a tool that helps doctors choose the best treatment for each person.

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Locations

Cincinnati VA Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH

Cincinnati, Ohio, 45220-2213, United States
Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital, Hines, IL

Hines, Illinois, 60141-3030, United States
William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital, Madison, WI

Madison, Wisconsin, 53705-2254, United States

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DYSPHAGIA SWALLOWING DISORDERS