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Investigation of a Free Water Protocol
NCT06309602 · View on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
Study Summary
Hypothesis: Use of a Free Water Protocol (FWP) will improve patient satisfaction scores (Dysphagia Handicap Index), will not increase the risk of aspiration pneumonia/pneumonitis, and will result in improved oral hygiene (as assessed by the Oral Assessment Guide). Aim: To demonstrate that improvement in patient satisfaction and quality of life scores outweighs the potential risks of aspiration of plain water in an acute care setting; to qualitatively assess the implementation of a Free Water Protocol from the viewpoints of the patient and family/caregivers; to quantify changes in oral hygiene practices for individuals on the Free Water Protocol.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- OTHER Free Water Protocol
- OTHER Control / Standard Care
Study Locations (2)
Colorado
- Medical Center of the Rockies — Loveland
- Medical Center of the Rockies — Loveland
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 136 participants |
| Start Date | 2024-10-22 |
| Est. Completion | 2028-01-01 |
| Phase | NA |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT06309602
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT06309602 describes a study currently listed as recruiting. It is categorized as NA, which is the standard way researchers label where a study sits along the investigational pathway from early safety work through later efficacy and post-marketing evaluation. The registered enrollment target is 136 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is Poudre Valley Health System, which has 3 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov, and sponsors are the parties responsible for study design, oversight, and regulatory filings.
The record links to 1 condition, with Oropharyngeal Dysphagia appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 2 interventions — of which Free Water Protocol is the first listed. Interventions can include drugs, devices, procedures, behavioral programs, or observational arms, and each is tracked as a separate registry field so that downstream queries can filter accurately. When a trial lists multiple interventions, it usually reflects a multi-arm design or a comparison protocol rather than a single treatment being tested in isolation. The brief summary published in the registry is the clearest source of protocol intent and should be read before drawing conclusions from any sidebar tags.
Geographic footprint matters for practical reasons: NCT06309602 reports 2 study locations spanning 1 distinct geographic area — top geographies include Colorado. A larger site network tends to correlate with broader recruitment capacity, but it does not imply anything about study quality, and site-level enrollment status can diverge from the overall registry status shown above. Every data point on this page comes from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset and is reproduced here for reference only; it is not a medical recommendation, an endorsement of the sponsor, or an invitation to enroll. Verify current status, eligibility criteria, and contact details directly at ClinicalTrials.gov, and discuss any participation decision with your own healthcare provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT06309602 about?
NCT06309602 is a clinical study titled "Investigation of a Free Water Protocol". Hypothesis: Use of a Free Water Protocol (FWP) will improve patient satisfaction scores (Dysphagia Handicap Index), will not increase the risk of aspiration pneumonia/pneumonitis, and will result in improved oral hygiene (as assessed by the Oral Assessment Guide). Aim: To demonstrate that improvemen...
What is the current status of trial NCT06309602?
This trial is currently recruiting. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 136 participants. The study started on 2024-10-22. Estimated completion is 2028-01-01.
What conditions does trial NCT06309602 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Oropharyngeal Dysphagia. These conditions were identified from the trial registry and reflect the primary focus areas of the research.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT06309602?
The interventions under investigation include: Free Water Protocol (OTHER), Control / Standard Care (OTHER). Each intervention is being evaluated for safety and efficacy as part of this clinical study.
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT06309602?
This trial is sponsored by Poudre Valley Health System, which has 3 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov. The sponsor is responsible for the study's design, funding, and regulatory compliance.
Where is trial NCT06309602 being conducted?
This trial has 2 study locations across Colorado. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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