Clinical Impact of Respiratory-Swallow Training on Refractory Dysphagia in Oropharyngeal Head and Neck Cancer (VA 1I0RX002352-01)

Clinical Impact of Respiratory-Swallow Training on Refractory Dysphagia in Oropharyngeal Head and Neck Cancer (VA 1I0RX002352-01) 2022-05-02T09:44:27-05:00

Project Description

The major goal of this project is to study the impact of respiratory-swallow training, including the feasibility of adding a new home practice component, on the degree and durability of clinical outcomes essential for eating, drinking, health, and quality of life in veterans with OP HNC. 

This study is actively enrolling participants. Click here to learn more information.

Principal Investigator: 

  • Dr. Bonnie Martin-Harris

Collaborators:        

  • Dr. Kendrea Garand
  • Dr. Julia Lee
  • Dr. William Pearson
  • Dr. Charlie Strange
  • Dr. David Nesky

Aim 1. Directly train optimal respiratory-swallow phase patterning using RST and test the clinical efficacy and durability of the effect measured by change in functional oral intake status.

Aim 2. Introduce a HP component toward improved degree and durability of the RST intervention effect.

Aim 3. Elaborate the intervention impact of RST on swallowing physiology and airway protection.