New SwallowFit exercise aims to ease Parkinson's swallowing problems

NCT ID NCT07356414

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a 6-week exercise program called SwallowFit designed to improve swallowing fitness in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will compare the exercise group to those receiving standard care. The goal is to see if the exercises lead to safer swallowing and better quality of life for 80 U.S. service members, veterans, and their families.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

SwallowFit exercise program (swallowing exercises)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could provide a simple exercise program to help people with Parkinson's swallow more safely and improve their quality of life.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage trial with only 80 participants. The exercises may not work for everyone, and results may not apply to all Parkinson's patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Parkinson disease

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC)

    San Antonio, Texas, 78234-6200, United States

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