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Dysphagia clinical trials
Every US clinical trial registered for Dysphagia — phase mix, recruiting status, and the sponsors running them, straight from the NIH ClinicalTrials.gov registry.
36 US clinical trials · 23 currently recruiting
The research picture
Dysphagia has 36 registered US clinical trials, 23 of them open to new participants right now — about 64% of the total.
- 23
- recruiting participants now
- 64%
- of trials open to enrollment
- 2
- in Phase 3–4 (later-stage)
- 3
- top sponsor: Northwestern University
Counts reflect the public ClinicalTrials.gov registry as last mirrored by PlainTrial. Status and phase are reported by each study's sponsor. This is reference information, not medical advice.
Active & Recent Trials
Aspiration in Acute Respiratory Failure Survivors 2
University of Colorado, Denver
NCT05108896
Phagenyx® Registry Study
Phagenesis
NCT06866418
Evolution of the Chicago Classification: Bridging Physiology and Mechanics
Northwestern University
NCT06883175
Swallowing Impairments in Adults With and Without Alzheimer's Disease
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
NCT06678100
Effect of Thickened Feeds on Swallow Physiology in Children With Dysphagia
Boston Children's Hospital
NCT04504227
External Pharyngeal Exerciser and Dysphagia
Medical College of Wisconsin
NCT05708898
Wearable Biofeedback for Swallowing Disorders Rehabilitation in Stroke and Parkinson Disease
Purdue University
NCT06638944
Rehabilitation of Airway Protection in Parkinson's Disease
Teachers College, Columbia University
NCT05700825
TEE and Dysphagia in Lung Transplantation
University of California, Los Angeles
NCT06089434
Respiratory Strength Training in Heart Transplant Recipients
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
NCT06190171
Training Swallowing Initiation During Expiration
Northwestern University
NCT05278039
Dissemination and Implementation of DIGEST™ as an Evidence-based Measurement Tool for Dysphagia: A Randomized Implementation Trial
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
NCT07283653
Corticosteroids for Post-Extubation Dysphagia
University of Colorado, Denver
NCT06670521
The Esophageal String Test as a Diagnostic Screening Tool for Eosinophilic Esophagitis Among Africans With Dysphagia in Mali and the United States
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
NCT07027826
K01 Impacts of Lingual Endurance Exercise
University of Cincinnati
NCT06072924
External Pharyngeal Exerciser and Pharyngeal Phase of Swallowing
Medical College of Wisconsin
NCT05708911
A Digital Therapeutic Platform for Swallowing and Drooling Problems in Parkinson's
Northwestern University
NCT04664634
Dysphagia Study Using Novel Microphone Device
Emory University
NCT07251140
Non-standardized vs. Standardized Screening for Dysphagia
University of Miami
NCT05603897
Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF) - Behavioral Intervention
NYU Langone Health
NCT06520579
Combined Respiratory Training in Persons With ALS
Nova Southeastern University
NCT05913882
Establishing Pressures at the EGJ During Diaphragmatic Breathing Using High-resolution Esophageal Manometry
Mayo Clinic
NCT06329583
Velopharyngeal Dysfunction in Head & Neck Cancer Patients, Pilot Study
Vanessa Torrecillas
NCT07264036
Clinical Markers of Dysphagia in Cardiac Surgical Patients
University of Florida
NCT05304416
Novel Pharyngeal Metrics to Predict Dysphagia Outcomes
VA Office of Research and Development
NCT04569097
Manual Therapy in Treating Fibrosis-Related Late Effect Dysphagia in Head and Neck Cancer Survivors
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
NCT03612531
PRO-ACTIVE: Prophylactic Swallow Intervention for Patients Receiving Radiotherapy for Head and Neck Cancer
University Health Network, Toronto
NCT03455608
Aspiration in Acute Respiratory Failure Survivors
University of Colorado, Denver
NCT02363686
Family Caregiver Online Survey (Dementia and Swallowing Difficulties)
University of Oregon
NCT06471660
Pediatric Dysphagia Outcomes After Injection Laryngoplasty for Type I Laryngeal Cleft
Oregon Health and Science University
NCT01507207
Esophageal Cytology With FISH in Detecting Esophageal Cancer
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute
NCT02100189
Movement of Epiglottis During Swallowing
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS)
NCT00475943
Respiratory Strength Training in Cardiac Surgical Patients
University of Florida
NCT04887415
Study: C-Collar and Dysphagia
University of Wisconsin, Madison
NCT03349125
Randomized Controlled Trial of Endoscopic Dilation: Triamcinolone Injection
H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute
NCT01873573
Measuring Pharyngeal Muscle Improvements Following Behavioral Swallowing Exercises
NYU Langone Health
NCT05080725
Phase Distribution
| Phase | Trial count |
|---|---|
| Phase 2 | 3 |
| Phase 3 | 1 |
| Phase 4 | 1 |
Top Sponsors
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.
Reading the Dysphagia Trial Landscape
ClinicalTrials.gov lists 36 US studies indexed under Dysphagia, and 23 of those are currently open to recruitment — roughly 64% of the total volume on the registry. That ratio is a useful proxy for activity level: a high share of recruiting studies often signals that research interest is current and that new enrollment opportunities are appearing, while a low share typically means the field is dominated by completed or follow-up work where most participant spots have already been filled. These counts reflect the public registry only and include studies at every stage of design, so they should be read as an index of research attention rather than as a measure of treatment availability.
The phase distribution for Dysphagia shows 2 late-stage studies (Phase 3 and Phase 4 combined) alongside 3 earlier-phase entries (Phase 1 through Phase 2). Phase 1 and Phase 2 studies focus on early safety signals, dosing, and preliminary effect, while Phase 3 studies are typically the larger efficacy and safety trials submitted toward regulatory review, and Phase 4 studies follow approved interventions in real-world use. A condition weighted toward later phases often reflects a mature research pipeline with several interventions already close to or past approval, whereas a heavier early-phase tilt suggests the field is still exploring new mechanisms and candidate approaches.
Top sponsor activity for Dysphagia is led by Northwestern University with 3 indexed trials, alongside 9 other organizations in the top contributor list. The list on this page surfaces up to 36 of the most relevant recent and active entries, ordered with recruiting studies first so practical options are visible. All figures are derived from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset maintained by the National Library of Medicine and are reproduced here for reference. Inclusion of a trial, sponsor, or intervention on this page is neither an endorsement nor a recommendation — eligibility, protocol changes, and site-level status can shift frequently, so always verify current details on ClinicalTrials.gov and consult a qualified healthcare provider before acting on anything you see here.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many clinical trials are there for Dysphagia?
PlainTrial tracks 36 US clinical trials for Dysphagia, of which 23 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.
How do I find a recruiting trial for Dysphagia?
Use the trial list above filtered by "Recruiting" status, or visit our trial finder at /recruiting to search by condition and state. Always discuss trial participation with your healthcare provider before enrolling.
Is this data current?
Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov and reflects our most recent data pull. Trial status may have changed since then. Always verify current information at ClinicalTrials.gov before making decisions about participation.
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Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (National Library of Medicine). Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov (NIH/NLM) ClinicalTrials.gov AACT registry · 2026 Trial counts and statuses sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. Sponsor counts include both industry and federal/academic sponsors.