Effect of oral neuromuscular training on swallowing difficulties after stroke
Dysphagia Evaluation After Stroke - a Randomized Controlled Trial of Oral Neuromuscular Training on Swallowing Dysfunction (DESIRE)
This study tests whether a special oral training program can help stroke patients with swallowing difficulties improve their eating and overall quality of life.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Umeå University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Umeå) |
| Trial ID | NCT02960737 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the impact of a rehabilitation program using an oral device on stroke patients experiencing persistent oral- and pharyngeal dysphagia 12 weeks after their stroke. It employs a prospective randomized open-label blinded evaluator design, enrolling 336 patients who will be divided into an intervention group receiving oral neuromuscular training and a control group receiving routine care. The study aims to assess improvements in swallowing function, nutritional status, and quality of life over a 3-month period.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are stroke patients who have developed persistent dysphagia 12 weeks after their stroke onset.
Not a fit: Patients with pre-existing neurological or psychiatric disorders that affect swallowing function may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve swallowing function and quality of life for stroke patients with dysphagia.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies on dysphagia rehabilitation, the specific approach of oral neuromuscular training in this context is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Persistent dysphagia 12(±3) weeks after STROKE. Exclusion Criteria: * Stroke patients with neurologic or psychiatric disorders or other diseases/conditions that can affect swallowing function. * Unable to collaborate due to other serious diseases and/or to affected general condition.
Where this trial is running
Umeå
- University Hospital of Umeå — Umeå, Sweden (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Patricia Hägglund, PhD/SLP — Umeå University
- Study coordinator: Patricia Hägglund, PhD/SLP
- Email: patricia.hagglund@umu.se
- Phone: +46907850000
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.