Rangueil, Toulouse, France
Research Article
Impact of an Educative Workshop on Aspiration, Targeting Patients with Dysphagia, and Their Family Caregiver: A Randomized Pilot Study
Author(s): Zahya Ghaddar*, Puech M and Matar N
Background: In swallowing rehabilitation, conventional methods for patient rehabilitation may be insufficient. Therapeutic Patient Education (TPE) may improve the results of these conventional techniques.
Aim of the study: This randomized pilot study aimed to assess the impact of an educative workshop designed for patients with dysphagia and their family caregivers, on adherence to swallowing rehabilitation and quality of life (QOL).
Methods: This workshop simultaneously targeted the understanding and explanation of aspiration, its clinical signs, and decisions regarding food consistency to avoid aspiration. In this randomized pilot study, the intervention was carried out on 16 patients for three months. The Experimental Group (EG) is comprised of 8 patients undergoing conventional swallowing rehabilitation and an educ.. View more»