Effect of Computer-based Cognitive Function Training on Cognitive Dysphagia After Stroke

Effect of Computer-based Cognitive Function Training on Cognitive Dysphagia After Stroke: A Randomized Controlled Study

This is a multicenter randomized controlled study. The study recruited stroke patients with mild cognitive impairment and dysphagia who were undergoing inpatient rehabilitation treatment in three hospitals in mainland China as the participants (study subjects). The study duration for each participant was 15 days. The subjects were randomly divided into an experimental group and a control group. During the treatment, all patients received routine rehabilitation treatment. In addition, patients in the control group received conventional cognitive training, while patients in the experimental group received computer-assisted cognitive training.

Computer-assisted cognitive training is a rehabilitation method that uses computer technology and psychological principles to promote the recovery of cognitive function.This is a multicenter randomized controlled study. The study recruited stroke patients with mild cognitive impairment and dysphagia who were undergoing inpatient rehabilitation treatment in three hospitals in mainland China as the participants (study subjects). The study duration for each participant was 15 days. The subjects were randomly divided into an experimental group and a control group. During the treatment, all patients received routine rehabilitation treatment. In addition, patients in the control group received conventional cognitive training, while patients in the experimental group received computer-assisted cognitive training.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Age ≥ 18 years.
• Meeting the diagnostic criteria for traumatic brain injury, confirmed by magnetic resonance imaging.
• Montreal Cognitive Assessment score < 26 and > 18 (adjusted by 1 point if the educational level is high school graduation or above).
• Confirmed swallowing disorder through Fiberoptic Endoscopic Examination of Swallowing.
• Duration of illness greater than three months.
• Patients or their family members are aware of and consent to participate in the study.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Presence of other intracranial lesions, such as stroke.
• Cognitive impairment caused by other diseases.
• Mental abnormalities.
• Inability to complete treatment and assessments due to other impairments.
• Concurrent severe injuries.