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NCT Number: NCT06785220

The Effects of Oral Facial Facilitation and Oral Motor Therapy in Dysphagia

The objective of this research is to investigate the impact of oral facial facilitation and oral motor therapy dysphagia in individuals with spastic cerebral palsy. Specifically, the study aims to:

* Evaluate changes in dysphagia and severity following a regimen of oral motor therapy and oral facial facilitation. * Assess improvements in swallowing function, including ease of swallowing and reduction in dysphagia symptoms, after implementing oral motor therapy and oral facial facilitation.

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Key information

Conditions

Dysphagia Brain Damage, Chronic Brain Diseases Central Nervous System Diseases Cerebral Palsy Deglutition Disorders Digestive System Diseases Esophageal Diseases Gastrointestinal Diseases Nervous System Diseases Otorhinolaryngologic Diseases Pharyngeal Diseases Spastic Cerebral Palsy (sCP)

Age range

3 year–7 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • 1. Confirmed diagnosis of spastic cerebral palsy (CP) by a qualified medical professional.
  • Participants aged 3 to 7 years, as this is a common demographic affected by spastic CP.
  • Clinical diagnosis of dysphagia, confirmed by a speech-language pathologist or related healthcare provider.
  • No recent significant changes in neurological status or medical condition within the last six months.
  • Sufficient cognitive ability to follow simple instructions during therapy sessions, as assessed by a qualified professional.
  • Parental or guardian consent obtained for participants under 18, along with assent from participants when appropriate.
  • No recent (within the last three months) oral motor therapy interventions that could confound results.
  • Willingness and ability of the participant to engage in therapy sessions consistently.
  • Clearance from a physician to participate in oral motor therapy and related interventions.

Exclusion criteria

  • 1. Diagnosis of other neurological disorders or conditions that may affect swallowing or motor skills.
  • Serious medical conditions or comorbidities that could interfere with therapy (e.g., severe respiratory issues).
  • Any surgical interventions affecting the oral or pharyngeal region within the last year.
  • Concurrent participation in other clinical trials or interventions that could affect swallowing outcomes.

Treatment and study plan

ORAL FACIAL FACILITATION

Other

A group will receive oral facial facilitation which included exercise for given,

  • Brushing
  • Vibration
  • Manipulation (stroking and tapping)
  • Oral motor sensory exercise (lip, tongue, swallowing exercises)

Oral Motor Therapy

Other

B group will receive oral motor therapy which included exercise for given,

  • A volcano bubbles
  • Party blower target
  • Bubble blowing
  • Curly straws

ORAL FACIAL FACILITATION WITH ORAL MOROR THERAY

Other

C group will receive oral facial facilitation and oral motor therapy which included exercise for given,

  • Brushing
  • Vibration
  • Manipulation (stroking and tapping)
  • Oral motor sensory exercise (lip, tongue, swallowing exercises)
  • A volcano bubbles
  • Party blower target
  • Bubble blowing
  • Curly straws

Primary outcomes

  1. functional oral intake scale

    Time frame: through study completion, an average of 6 months

  2. Simplified dysphagia severity rating scale

    Time frame: through study completion, an average of 6 months

  3. Eating Assessment Tool-10

    Time frame: through study completion, an average of 6 months

Study contacts

Contact information is provided by the study sponsor or research team.

Marwa Abd Elmawgood Abdo Ragab, BSc.

CONTACT

[email protected]

+201018466190

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Kafrelsheikh University

Other

Registry information

Official study title

The Effects of Oral Facial Facilitation and Oral Motor Therapy in Dysphagia with Spastic Cerebral Palsy

Important dates

Study start
2025
Primary completion
2025
Study completion
2025
First posted
Jan 21, 2025
Registry last updated
Jan 21, 2025

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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