muscular dystrophy
Conditions
Interventions
Sponsors
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Diagnosis of muscular dystrophy (excluding myotonic muscular dystrophy) Hospitalization for our hospital Implementation of respiratory rehabilitation Learn the maximum insufflation capacity
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Glossopharyngeal breathing already acquired Cognitive dysfunction and/or intellectual disability Pain in the glossopharyngeal area Continuous use of ventilator during daytime Tracheostomy
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| vital capacity using glossopharyngeal breathing pre- and post intervention | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| vital capacity, Frenchay Dysarthria Assessment 2 edition, Repetitive saliva swallowing test, specific original evaluation of glossopharyngeal function | — |
Countries
Japan
Contacts
National Hospital Organization East-Saitama National Hospital Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Physical Therapy