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Can a piece of tape help stroke survivors swallow safely?

NCT ID NCT07255352

Symptom relief Sponsor: Harran University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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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

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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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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 25 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Apr 2025

Expected to finish

Oct 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of stroke * Age over 18 years * Presence of swallowing disorder symptoms * Willingness to participate in the study Exclusion Criteria: * Presence of neurological diseases other than stroke * Presence of tracheostomy * Open wounds on the skin in the submental region

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Deglutition Disorders stroke disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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Dysphagia Stroke Swallowing disorder

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Harran University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation

    RECRUITING

    Sanliurfa, Turkey (Türkiye)

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