Improving swallowing rehabilitation for stroke patients
Enhancing Post-Stroke Dysphagia Rehabilitation Via the Synergistic Effects of Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation, Neuromuscular Taping, and Swallowing Exercises: a Randomized Controlled Trial
This study is testing a new swallowing therapy that combines electrical stimulation, taping, and exercises to see if it helps stroke patients with swallowing difficulties more than just using one of those methods alone.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 10 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 75 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Hamad Medical Corporation Industry-sponsored |
| Locations | 1 site (Doha, Baladiyat ad Dawhah) |
| Trial ID | NCT06887855 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial investigates the effects of a combined swallowing intervention that includes Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES), Neuromuscular Taping (NMT), and swallowing exercises on patients with dysphagia following a stroke. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups to compare the effectiveness of the combined approach against NMES or NMT alone. The study will take place at Hamad Medical Corporation in Qatar, where participants will attend therapy sessions five times a week for two weeks. Evaluations will be conducted before and after the intervention to assess improvements in swallowing function and quality of life.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 to 75 who have been diagnosed with swallowing disorders within six months post-stroke and have not previously received swallowing treatment.
Not a fit: Patients with severe cognitive impairment or swallowing disorders due to other causes may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly enhance swallowing function and quality of life for patients recovering from stroke-related dysphagia.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with similar rehabilitation approaches, indicating potential for success in this trial.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients aged 18 - 75 years old, * Diagnosed with swallowing disorders between one day and six months post-stroke, * Able to attend 10 therapy sessions, * Have never received any swallowing treatment before participating in this study. Exclusion Criteria: * Post-stroke patients with severe cognitive impairment, * Patients who have swallowing disorders due to other etiologies, * Patients who need traditional swallowing therapy other than Expiratory Muscle Strength Training (EMST) and Chin Tuck Against Resistance (CTAR). - Skin disorders in the submental area and anterior neck, * Medical conditions that may affect participation, * A defibrillator and use precision electrical biomedical devices (e.g. pacemaker, etc.).
Where this trial is running
Doha, Baladiyat ad Dawhah
- Hamad Medical Corporation — Doha, Baladiyat ad Dawhah, Qatar (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Ibrahim Mohammad Alayaseh, M. Sc. _ SLP
- Email: ialayaseh@hamad.qa
- Phone: + 974 66888533
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.