Swallowing therapy in Kahramanmaraş
Exercises and texture changes for swallowing difficulty caused by stroke, neurological disease, head and neck cancer treatment or older age, to make eating safe and reduce the risk of aspiration (food going into the windpipe).
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What is swallowing Therapy (Dysphagia Rehabilitation)?
Swallowing difficulty (dysphagia) is a problem moving food from the mouth to the stomach. Coughing during meals, a choking feeling, a gurgly voice and repeated pneumonia are important signs. Before swallowing therapy, the stage at which swallowing goes wrong is identified by examination and, if needed, swallowing tests with endoscopy or X-ray. Treatment uses exercises that strengthen the tongue, lip and throat muscles, safe swallowing positions and manoeuvres, adjusting the texture of food and drink and, if needed, electrical stimulation. In Turkey these therapies are mostly carried out by speech and language therapists, together with ENT, neurology and physical medicine doctors. If safe eating by mouth is not possible, temporary or permanent tube feeding may be needed.
How is swallowing Therapy (Dysphagia Rehabilitation) done?
- Doctor’s examination and swallowing assessment
- Endoscopic or fluoroscopic swallowing test if needed
- Deciding on safe textures and positions
- Muscle-strengthening exercises and swallowing manoeuvres
- Regular reassessment and updating the feeding plan
Who is swallowing Therapy (Dysphagia Rehabilitation) suitable for?
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