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Effect of Virtual Reality Therapy on Dysphagia in Wallenberg Syndrome

Taiwan80 participantsStarted 2024-02-28

Plain-language summary

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn about on dysphagia in wallenberg syndrome. The main questions it aims to answer are: the efficacy of Virtual Reality Therapy in the rehabilitation of patients with dysphagia in Wallenberg syndrome. Participants received conventional dysphagia treatment and Virtual Reality Therapy once a day for 14 days. Researchers compared the control group to see the effect and mechanism of Virtual Reality Therapy.

Who can participate

Age range

18 Years – 85 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * age ranged from 18-85 years and right-handed; * first onset, vital signs stable and conscious; * the dysphagia confirmed by videofluoroscopic swallowing study; * no cognitive impairment, the mini-mental state examination score: \>17 for those with an illiterate education, \>20 for those with an elementary education, and \>24 for those with a secondary education and above; * cranial integrity without craniotomy and/or craniectomy; * patient and/or his/her relative agrees and signs written informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * combined ischemic foci at other sites; * presence of organic swallowing dysfunction or pre-existing dysphagia due to Parkinson's disease, dementia, and others; * severe cardiac, pulmonary, hepatic, and renal insufficiency and vital organ failure; * infected or broken skin on the head; * poorly controlled epilepsy; * poor patient compliance.

Questions worth asking your doctor

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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?

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Questions for the trial coordinator

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1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?

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What they're measuring

standardized swallowing assessment

Timeframe: day 1 and day 14

Trial details

NCT IDNCT06286020

SponsorZeng Changhao

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2024-07

Contact for this trial

Zhefeng Zeng, Master

19501376864 zhengzhouzhj@qq.com

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