Swallowing therapy may cut pneumonia risk in dementia patients
NCT ID NCT03682081
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 27 times
Summary
This study tested new exercises to help people with Alzheimer's and related dementias who have trouble swallowing. The goal was to reduce leftover food in the throat after swallowing, which can lead to pneumonia. 76 patients and their caregivers took part. Researchers measured changes using video X-rays of swallowing.
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University of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, Wisconsin, 53705, United States
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