Status:
COMPLETED
The Effects of Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation on Swallowing Functions in Stroke Patients With Dysphagia
Lead Sponsor:
Istanbul University
Conditions:
Stroke
Swallowing Disorder
Eligibility:
All Genders
18+ years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
In our study, our aim is to evaluate the effect of neuromuscular electrical stimulation added to traditional dysphagia therapy in stroke patients with dysphagia, on functional oral intake status, dysp...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- After the first week after a stroke, detecting dysphagia by using bedside water assessment test
- Lesion location is shown by MRI or CT
- Unsupported sitting balance
- The score of Mini-mental state examination test (MMSE) 20 and above
- Over 18 years old
Exclusion
- Global aphasia or cognitive disorders that may affect the understanding of the instructions
- Patients with major medical problems that may affect participation
- Tracheostomy presence
- Previous neck surgery
- To have received radiotherapy in the head or neck area
- Presence of a cardiac pacemaker or a history of epilepsy
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
April 15 2020
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
February 16 2022
Estimated Enrollment :
34 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT04421937
Start Date
April 15 2020
End Date
February 16 2022
Last Update
August 23 2022
Active Locations (1)
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Istanbul University Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Istanbul, Fatih, Turkey (Türkiye), 34093