The Effects of Chin Tuck Against Resistance Exercise on Swallowing Function, Depression, and Quality of Life in Acute Stroke Patients With Dysphagia
The aim of this study is to investigate the effects of chin tuck against resistance exercise on swallowing function, depression, and quality of life in acute stroke patients with dysphagia.
• Patients diagnosed with hemorrhagic or ischemic stroke, including those with initial diagnoses or recurrent strokes.
• Patients who did not pass the swallowing screening based on the standard swallowing scale.
• Adults aged 18 years and older.
• Vital signs are stable: systolic blood pressure (hemorrhagic \< 160 mmHg, ischemic \< 220 mmHg), heart rate 40-130 beats per minute, and oxygen saturation \> 92%.
• The patient's consciousness is clear, able to express themselves, can communicate in Mandarin or Taiwanese, and can follow commands to perform actions.
• The patient can be in a seated position.