How EMST helps swallowing in Parkinson's patients

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This interventional study investigates the biomechanical effects of a four-week expiratory muscle strength training (EMST) program on swallowing in individuals with Parkinson's disease and dysphagia. Researchers will use FEES and high-resolution pharyngeal manometry to measure neuromuscular changes in swallowing before and after the training. The study is non-randomized and conducted at University Hospital Münster, evaluating structured EMST as a potential therapeutic approach. Outcomes focus on biomechanical swallow function and related neuromuscular parameters to inform future management strategies.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* diagnosis of Parkinson's disease,
* PD-related dysphagia as objectively diagnosed with FEES

Exclusion Criteria:

* severe dementia, not able to give consent
* dysphagia related to other diagnoses

Where it's running

• University Hospital Münster, Department of Neurology
  Münster, Germany Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Sonja Suntrup-Krueger, Prof. Dr. med.
• Email: sonja.suntrup-krueger@ukmuenster.de
• Phone: +49251-83-46811

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.