Simple Swallowing Training Program on Older Individuals in the Community

Sponsor
Zeng Changhao
Study ID
NCT07373028
Status
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Conditions

  • Dysphagia

Eligibility Criteria

Sex
ALL
Age
60 Years - N/A
Healthy Volunteers
Not accepted

Interventions

  • Simple swallowing training program — BEHAVIORAL
    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 — BEHAVIORAL
    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 Details

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?

Key Dates

First listed
Jan 28, 2026
Start date
Feb 28, 2026
Status verified
Jan 2026
Primary completion
Jun 30, 2027
Completion
Jun 30, 2027

Study Design

Enrollment
474 participants (estimated)
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
SUPPORTIVE_CARE

Arms

  • Experimental: Simple swallowing training program group
    Older individuals will be assigned to the simple swallowing training program, with rest on weekends, and training conducted only on weekdays, twice a day for 15 minutes each time. Each training session will take place approximately one hour before meals. Online guidance services will be provided by the researchers.
  • Active Comparator: Active control group
    Participants in the active control group are assigned to physical activities that correspond to the amount, frequency, and duration of the simple swallowing training program. These activities are designed to minimize any impact on swallowing function while being considered sufficient to reduce the potential effects associated with physical activity. Online guidance services will be provided by the researchers.

Primary Outcome Measure

Dysphagia Outcome and Severity Scale [ Time Frame: day 0 and day 366 ]

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