Feasibility Study of Biofeedback in Dysphagia Therapy Post Stroke

A Randomised Controlled Feasibility Trial of Dysphagia Therapy Using Biofeedback in Patients With Acute Stroke

This study will investigate the feasibility of delivering swallowing therapy using surface electromyography as a means of biofeedback to patients with dysphagia in the acute stroke setting. It will investigate trends in efficacy by comparing biofeedback therapy to usual care. The results will inform future dosing and efficacy studies.

Inclusion Criteria:

• New diagnosis stroke, new dysphagia, medically stable, adequate trunk strength for videofluoroscopy.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Severe cognitive impairment, previous dysphagia, previous neurological condition, severe visual impairment