Early dysphagia rehabilitation in critical care: A pilot study of safety, feasibility, and effectiveness of a strength-based dysphagia treatment protocol in intensive care unit–acquired weakness

Nicola Clayton; Elizabeth C. Ward; Caroline Place; Amelia J. Scott; Peter K. Maitz; Mark Kol

doi:10.1016/j.aucc.2025.101528

February 6, 2026Australian Critical CareOpen Access

Early dysphagia rehabilitation in critical care: A pilot study of safety, feasibility, and effectiveness of a strength-based dysphagia treatment protocol in intensive care unit–acquired weakness

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Key Points

The study aims to evaluate the safety, feasibility, and effectiveness of a strength-based dysphagia treatment protocol in patients with ICU-acquired weakness (ICUAW).
Conducted as a pilot study in a critical care setting.
Implemented a strength-based treatment protocol for dysphagia.
Assessed safety and feasibility of the intervention.
Findings indicate the treatment protocol is safe for patients.
Protocol showed promising outcomes for dysphagia recovery.
Feasibility results suggest potential integration into routine care for ICUAW.

Implication

Pilot study demonstrates safety and feasibility of a strength-based dysphagia protocol for ICUAW, suggesting potential for recovery.

Abstract

Pilot study findings suggest that a strength-based dysphagia treatment protocol for patients with ICUAW and dysphagia is safe and feasible with promising outcomes indicating that it may support dysphagia recovery in this challenging population.

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Clayton et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Early dysphagia rehabilitation in critical care: A pilot study of safety, feasibility, and effectiveness of a strength-based dysphagia treatment protocol in intensive care unit–acquired weakness

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Early dysphagia rehabilitation in critical care: A pilot study of safety, feasibility, and effectiveness of a strength-based dysphagia treatment protocol in intensive care unit–acquired weakness

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