Effects of CTAR and a Swallowing Pressure Ball in Older Stroke Adults
Recruiting
N/A
Interventional Study
Stroke
Dysphagia
Post-Stroke Dysphagia
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
At a Glance
- Age
- 65 – 90
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Treatment
- Participants needed
- 132 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Chimei Medical Center · Other
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About This Trial
This study aims to investigate the effectiveness of resistance swallowing rehabilitation using Chin Tuck Against Resistance (CTAR) exercises combined with an innovative swallowing pressure ball in improving swallowing function and swallowing-related quality of life among home-based older stroke patients with dysphagia.
Participants will receive a 12-week swallowing rehabilitation program conducte…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Age between 65 and 90 years.
* Diagnosed with ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke more than 6 months prior to enrollment.
* Receiving home care services from participating home care agencies.
* Able to follow instructions and participate in swallowing training.
* MMSE score ≥24, or…
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