Revolutionizing Swallowing: CTAR Exercise Reshapes Dysphagia

Author Name: Diva Rovino1, Tullika De Biswas1

Volume: 02/02

Country: India

DOI NO.: 11.2023-61555522 DOI Link: https://doi-ds.org/doilink/08.2024-17676734/GIJNR

Affiliation:

1. College of Nursing, AFMC, Pune

ABSTRACT

Introduction: This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of CTAR Exercise in improving the swallowing ability of dysphagia patients among neurologically deficit patients. Methods: Utilizing a non-probability simple random sampling technique, 40 dysphagia subjects were selected and randomly allocated to experimental and control groups. A thorough collection of sociodemographic and clinical data preceded the intervention. A pre-test using the GUSS and FOIS Scale assessed swallowing and feeding abilities, followed by eight days of supervised CTAR and routine exercises thrice daily. A post-test, employing GUSS and FOIS Scale, evaluated the post-intervention status of swallowing and feeding capabilities. The results were analysed using descriptive & inferential statistics (Mann-Whitney Z test, Wilcoxon signed rank test & Kruskal Wallis Chi-square test.) Results: Post-test scores showed a notable contrast. Experimental group (Mean: 17.60±3.218) significantly outperformed the control group (Mean: 7.95±4.571) (Z=4.75, p<0.001), indicating CTAR exercise effectiveness in enhancing swallowing ability through muscle activity and tongue pressure improvement. Conclusion: The current study reveals a noteworthy enhancement in swallowing ability following the implementation of the CTAR Exercise among neurogenic dysphagic patients. Therefore, it is recommended that the CTAR Exercise be incorporated as a regular practice.

Key words: CTAR Exercise, Dysphagia, Neurologic deficit