Simple tongue press could help seniors swallow safely

NCT ID NCT07203508

Summary

This study tested whether a simple home exercise could help elderly people with swallowing problems. Seventeen participants over age 60 either did a tongue-to-roof-of-mouth exercise at home or received standard clinic therapy for eight weeks. Researchers measured whether the home exercise improved swallowing muscle strength and safety compared to standard care.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • RSUPN Dr. Cipto Mangunkusumo

    Jakarta Pusat, Jakarta Special Capital Region, Indonesia

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