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Speaking Valve Influence on Breathing, Swallowing and Vocal Functions in Patients With Tracheostomy.
Sponsor: Loewenstein Hospital
Summary
Speaking valve seems to have a beneficial influence on breathing and secretion management in certain patients with tracheostomy. The investigators plan to use a speaking valve during respiratory physical therapy sessions in participants with disturbances of consciousness, who have a tracheostomy, with no need of a mechanical ventilation.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
30
Start Date
2022-08-01
Completion Date
2026-01-15
Last Updated
2025-08-14
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Shiley™ phonate speaking valve
The device connects to the tracheostomy tube. Usually used to aid vocalization.
control
no intervention
Locations (1)
Loewenstein Rehabilitation Hospital
Raanana, Israel