Dysphagia Evaluation After Stroke- Effect Oral Neuromuscular Training on Swallowing Dysfunction
Condition(s) studied
Investigational drug(s) / intervention(s)
Oral neuromuscular training using an oral device: The oral device is used for 30 seconds, three times a day, before meals and implies new possibilities for training of the orofacial and pharyngeal muscles.
Study summary
The aim of this study is to investigate the effect of a specific rehabilitation program with an oral device used in stroke patients with persistent oral-and pharyngeal dysphagia.
Eligibility
Primary outcome measure(s)
- Swallowing Function — At start compared with at end of treatment (after 3 months)
Change in swallowing function measured by the Dysphagia Outcome Severity Scale (DOSS) using Fiberoptic endoscopic evaluation of swallowing (FEES)
Trial sites (1)
| Facility | City | Region | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Hospital of Umeå | Umeå | Sweden | Recruiting |
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