Can a piece of tape help stroke survivors swallow safely?
NCT ID NCT07255352
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests whether applying kinesio tape to the neck muscles can improve swallowing safety in people who have trouble swallowing after a stroke. Researchers will measure changes in swallowing using a special X-ray video before and right after the tape is applied. The study involves 25 adults who have had a stroke and have swallowing problems.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- kinesio taping (a type of elastic tape applied to the skin over the neck muscles)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a simple, non-drug way to help people with post-stroke swallowing problems eat and drink more safely.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small, early study with only 25 people, and it only looks at immediate effects. The tape may not help everyone, and any benefit might not last.
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Conditions
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Study contacts
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Contact
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Locations
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Harran University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation
RECRUITINGSanliurfa, Turkey (Türkiye)
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