Effect of Myofascial Release on Dysphagia Prevention for Elderly People in the Community: A Preliminary Self-control Study
试验速览
- 阶段
- 不适用
- 发起方
- 入组人数
- 300
- 试验地点
- 2
- 主要终点
- Swallowing-Related Quality of Life Questionnaire
研究概览
简要总结
The goal of this clinical trial is to explore the impact of Myofascial Release Training on swallowing function and quality of life in community-dwelling elderly individuals (≥60 year old) with swallowing disorders. It primarily aims to address the effects of Myofascial Release Training on swallowing function and quality of life in community-dwelling elderly individuals with swallowing disorders. All participants are required to undergo a continuous three-week (21 days) Myofascial Release Training, with weekends off and training conducted only on weekdays. The training will be conducted two sessions per day, lasting 15-30 minutes each.
详细描述
Myofascial release, also known as fascial release or fascial manipulation, is a physical therapy used to treat muscle and fascial tissue tension or pain. It involves applying appropriate pressure and stretching to release tight fascia and soft tissues, improving blood circulation, alleviating pain, and promoting rehabilitation.
The goal of this clinical trial is to explore the impact of Myofascial Release Training on swallowing function and quality of life in community-dwelling elderly individuals (≥60 year old) with swallowing disorders. It primarily aims to address the effects of Myofascial Release Training on swallowing function and quality of life in community-dwelling elderly individuals with swallowing disorders. All participants are required to undergo a continuous three-week (21 days) Myofascial Release Training, with weekends off and training conducted only on weekdays. The training will be conducted two sessions per day, lasting 15-30 minutes each.
研究设计
- 研究类型
- Interventional
- 分配方式
- Na
- 干预模型
- Single Group
- 主要目的
- Prevention
- 盲法
- None
入排标准
- 年龄范围
- 60 Years 至 —（Adult, Older Adult）
- 性别
- All
- 接受健康志愿者
- 否
入选标准
- •Age over 60 years old.
- •No hospitalization within the past six months.
- •With clear consciousness and able to cooperate with questionnaires and training.
- •The elderly people who voluntarily participate and agree to adhere until the end of the study.
- •Dysphagia
排除标准
- •Complicated with severe liver and kidney failure, tumors, or hematological disorders.
- •Physical disability.
- •Difficulty in mobility.
研究组 & 干预措施
the observation group
The observation group is the only group of the participants.The elderly individuals will be arranged to undergo a continuous three-week (21 days) duration of Myofascial Release Training, with weekends off and training conducted only on weekdays, two sessions per day, each lasting 15-30 minutes. Each training session will be conducted approximately one hour prior to meals. Apart from this,we require participants to only engage in daily activities and avoid strenuous and dangerous behaviors
干预措施: Myofascial Release Training (Behavioral)
结局指标
主要结局
Swallowing-Related Quality of Life Questionnaire
时间窗: day 1 and day 21
The Swallowing-Related Quality of Life Questionnaire (SWAL-QOL) is a validated tool used to assess the impact of swallowing difficulties on quality of life. It is a 44-item questionnaire designed to measure the physical, emotional, and social domains of swallowing-related quality of life.The higher final scores indicate the better life quality. The total score will be converted into a standard percentage
次要结局
- Water Swallow Test(day 1 and day 21)
- Functional Oral Intake Scale(day 1 and day 21)
- Time consumed in eating(day 1 and day 21)
研究者
Zeng Changhao
Research Director
People's Hospital of Zhengzhou University