Effects of Transcutaneous Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation on Swallowing Disorders: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

The aim of the study was to evaluate the efficacy of transcutaneous neuromuscular electrical stimulation on swallowing disorders.

Design

MEDLINE/PubMed, Embase, CENTRAL, Web of science, and PEDro were searched from their earliest record to August 1, 2019. All randomized controlled trials and quasi-randomized controlled trial were identified, which compared the efficacy of neuromuscular electrical stimulation plus traditional therapy with traditional therapy in swallowing function. The Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation approach was applied to evaluate the quality of evidence.

Results

Eight randomized controlled trials and three quasi-randomized controlled trials were included. These studies demonstrated a significant, moderate

SUBMITTER: Sun Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7343179 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature