Can swallowing exercises help MSA patients eat safely?

NCT ID NCT04782284

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Seoul National University Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests whether a 6-week swallowing rehabilitation program can improve swallowing function in people with multiple system atrophy (MSA) who have trouble swallowing. 24 adults with MSA and confirmed swallowing problems will receive either the full rehab program or a single education session. Researchers will measure changes in swallowing safety and related breathing and quality-of-life outcomes.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: comprehensive swallowing rehabilitation
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a simple therapy to improve swallowing safety and quality of life for people with multiple system atrophy.
What could go wrong: This is a very small early trial (24 people) testing a non-drug therapy, so results may not be generalizable. The condition is progressive, so any benefit may be temporary.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Deglutition Disorders multiple system atrophy

As listed by the trial registrant

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

MULTIPLE SYSTEM ATROPHY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Seoul National University Hospital
RECRUITING

Seoul, 03080, South Korea

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