Can a simple throat device strengthen your swallow?

NCT ID NCT05708911

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Medical College of Wisconsin Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether a pharyngeal exerciser can increase the workload of swallowing muscles in healthy young and older adults. Researchers will use X-ray and pressure measurements to see changes in throat movement and muscle effort. The goal is to understand if such a device could eventually help people with swallowing disorders.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Pharyngeal exerciser (device)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could point toward a non-drug exercise device to help people with swallowing difficulties.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early study in healthy volunteers, not patients. It measures muscle activity, not actual improvement in swallowing problems.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Deglutition Disorders

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

DYSPHAGIA

Contacts and locations

Locations

Medical College of Wisconsin
RECRUITING

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53086, United States

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