Simple Swallowing Training Program on Older Individuals in the Community

Condition(s) studied

Investigational drug(s) / intervention(s)

Simple swallowing training program: The Simple swallowing training program included warm-up and another 11 sections, including Warm-up for 3 min, Neck Activation for 1 min, Nod for 1 min, Lip Closure for 1 min, Cheek Puffing for 1 min, Breathing Exercise for 1 min, Voice Training for 2 min, Swallowing Exercise for 2-3 min, Neck Massage for 1 min, Acupressure for 2 min, Facial Massage for 3 min and Tongue Exercise for 1 min.

Active non-swallowing training: A set of light physical activities that will not affect swallowing function, lasting approximately 15 minutes, similar to the simple swallowing training program and requiring no equipment.

Study summary

The goal of this clinical trial is to explore the effects of a simple swallowing training program on the swallowing function, airway protection, nutritional risk, daily choking, quality of life, and mental health of elderly individuals with mild swallowing difficulties residing in the community. The main question it aims to answer is: Does the simple swallowing training program significantly improve participants' swallowing function and safety, as well as their quality of life? Additionally, can daily choking incidents be improved?

Eligibility

Primary outcome measure(s)

• Dysphagia Outcome and Severity Scale — day 0 and day 366
  The Dysphagia Outcome and Severity Scale consists of 7 levels, from 1 to 7, based on imaging data. A higher level indicates better swallowing function.

Trial sites (2)

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