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Stimulation of the Larynx to Treat Unexplained Chronic Cough

RecruitingNAAges 18 Years - 88 YearsAllUniversity of Minnesota
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

Researchers will test the effect of non-invasive vibrotactile stimulation of the larynx on symptom severity of unexplained chronic cough.

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๐Ÿ“‹ Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Adults aged 18-88 * \>8 weeks of cough * Cough visual analogue scale (VAS): Rating of 30 or greater on a 0-100 cough severity scale * Ability to provide informed consent and independently complete questionnaires * Ability to read and speak English Exclusion Criteria: * Electronic implants (e.g., pacemaker) * Currently doing speech therapy for cough * Contraindications to safe or effective VTS device use * No regular access to wifi internet Neuromuscular impairment that may affect cough/laryngeal sensation and/or function (e.g., multiple system atrophy, Parkinson, CVA, vocal fold paralysis or paresis) * Untreated carotid disease * BMI \> 40 (for transmission of VTS through soft tissue) * Current or recent (quit \< 3 months ago) smoking * Known currently infectious cause for cough (e.g., TB, pertussis, COVID) * History of known or suspected aspiration pneumonia * Diagnosis or clinical suspicion of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) * Diagnosis or clinical suspicion of interstitial lung disease (ILD) * Unmanaged reflux * Unmanaged allergies/postnasal drip
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What it tests

  • Vibrotactile Stimulation
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Where

1 site
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, United States
๐Ÿค Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible โ€” always decide together with your own doctor.
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