RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06599021

Swallowing Difficulties in People Over 60 Years: Prevalence, Degree of Difficulty and Intervention

Sponsor

Lisa Tuomi

Enrollment

99 participants

Start Date

Dec 1, 2024

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Intervention Dysphagia ageing

Summary

Participants included in SCAPIS2 (Swedish Cardio Pulmonary bioimage study) are screened regarding swallowing difficulty using a timed water swallow test. Participants who show signs of swallowing difficulty (dysphagia) are included in the present study, which encompasses s flexible endoscopic evaluation of swallowing function (FEES). Participants showing a moderate-severe dysphagia are randomized into one of three intervention groups: muscle strengthening training, skill-based swallowing training and a control group who will receive compensatory treatment. The study is expected to improve diagnostics and treatment of swallowing difficulties in an ageing population.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This clinical trial is studying a behavioral approach called Muscular strengthening training and a behavioral approach called Skill-based training for people with dysphagia, intervention, and other related conditions. The study is currently recruiting participants at 1 location. People eligible for this study include aged 18 Years and older.

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