Plain-English translation of NCT07124520 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
After surgery to remove part of your tongue due to cancer, this study tests whether using a special device called the Iowa Oral Performance Instrument (IOPI) — which measures and trains tongue strength — helps you regain better tongue function and swallowing ability. About 60 people will join the study. Half will receive standard care plus training with the IOPI device, and half will receive standard care alone.
Tongue cancer surgery can affect how well you swallow, eat, and speak. Researchers want to understand whether a simple strength-training device can help your tongue recover better and more quickly after surgery.
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If you join this study, you will undergo your planned tongue cancer surgery as usual. After surgery, you will be randomly assigned to either receive standard recovery care plus training sessions with the IOPI strength device, or standard care alone. The study will measure your tongue strength and ask you about your recovery, swallowing, eating, and quality of life over several follow-up visits.
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