DYSPHAGIA

This early study tested a special artificial larynx with valves in 10 adults who had severe swallowing troubles, often due to throat cancer. The goal was to see if the device could help them swallow safely and possibly allow them to close their tracheotomy tube. The study focused…

This study looked at 50 stroke patients who had pneumonia and trouble swallowing. Half received standard care (antibiotics, suctioning), while the other half also got a lung cleaning using a thin, flexible tube called a bronchoscope. Researchers measured breathing, infection leve…

This study looked at whether a detailed swallowing test (high-resolution manometry) can find the cause of swallowing problems when a standard scope shows nothing wrong. 247 adults with unexplained trouble swallowing took part. The goal was to see if this test gives a clearer diag…

This study tested whether a non-invasive magnetic brain stimulation technique (rTMS) can improve swallowing difficulty (dysphagia) in people with Parkinson's disease. 26 adults with moderate-to-severe Parkinson's and swallowing problems were randomly assigned to receive either 5 …

This study tested whether adding a gentle electrical stimulation to standard swallowing therapy helps stroke patients recover the ability to swallow. Sixty adults with recent strokes and swallowing difficulties participated. They received either real or fake stimulation along wit…

This study tested a new therapy for head and neck cancer survivors who have long-term swallowing problems. 88 adults who finished cancer treatment at least 3 months ago learned to swallow at the right time during breathing. The goal was to make swallowing safer and reduce food or…

This study tested a training program for caregivers of stroke patients who have trouble swallowing (dysphagia) and receive home care. 84 caregivers were split into two groups: one received the training, the other did not. Researchers measured caregiver burden, patient nutrition, …

This study tested new swallowing exercises for people with Alzheimer's disease or other dementias who have trouble swallowing. The goal was to reduce the amount of food or liquid left in the throat after swallowing, which can lead to pneumonia. 76 patients and their caregivers to…

This study looked at whether a drug called nicergoline can help people with swallowing problems caused by stroke, Parkinson's disease, or dementia. 92 adults took either a low or high dose for 12 weeks. The goal was to see if swallowing improved and to find the best dose with the…

This study tested whether special breathing exercises could improve lung function, balance, arm use, and swallowing in children with cerebral palsy aged 5 to 18. Twenty children with mild to moderate CP participated. The goal was to see if training the muscles used for breathing …

This study looked at whether a special oral care routine—including cleaning, facial massage, and mouth exercises—can improve eating and help remove feeding tubes in nursing home residents with swallowing difficulties. Researchers tracked 91 adults over six months. The goal was to…

This study tested a new clip that holds the breathing tube in place to reduce pressure on the voice box. The goal was to see if it could prevent sore throat, hoarseness, and trouble swallowing after surgery. 100 adults having surgery with a breathing tube took part, and those wit…

This study aimed to create and validate an Italian version of a tool that helps speech therapists assess swallowing difficulties in people with neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson's or ALS. Researchers enrolled 101 adults with such diseases and tested the new tool against a…

This completed study surveyed 219 family caregivers of people with dementia to understand how swallowing difficulties (dysphagia) impact caregiver burden. Caregivers completed a one-time online questionnaire about their loved one's swallowing, their own stress, and support. The g…

This study tested whether an online training program can effectively teach healthcare workers to screen stroke patients for swallowing problems (dysphagia). Swallowing difficulties affect about 55% of stroke patients and increase pneumonia risk. The study involved 82 healthcare p…

This study followed 240 adults with head and neck cancer for 18 months after their first treatment. Researchers used questionnaires and doctor evaluations to track how often and how severely swallowing problems occurred, and how long they lasted. The goal was to better understand…

This study followed 227 veterans with swallowing problems (dysphagia) for 8 weeks to see if measuring throat pressure during swallowing can predict who will improve with therapy. Participants did standard strengthening exercises, and researchers compared their pressure readings, …

This study checked if a Turkish version of the Bolus Residue Scale (BRS) works well for people who recently had a stroke and have trouble swallowing. Forty adults took part, and their swallowing was recorded on video X-ray. The goal was to see if the scale gives consistent and ac…

This study looked at 13 people with reflux or swallowing problems to see which breathing positions create the most pressure at the junction between the esophagus and stomach. Researchers used a thin tube to measure pressure while participants performed different breathing maneuve…

This study looked at 200 patients having repeat surgery on the front of the neck spine. Researchers checked voice and swallowing with a camera exam before and about 3 weeks after surgery. They also asked patients about their quality of life. The goal was to learn how these functi…