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Dysphagia

What is dysphagia?
Dysphagia is difficulty swallowing. This can most commonly occur after a stroke, traumatic brain injury or dementia (Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, etc.).

Are you/ your loved one doing any of the following...

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- Coughing 

- Eye tearing 

- Runny nose

- Change in respiratory status

- Wet vocal quality

- Choking

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Especially after eating or drinking?

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Do you avoid eating certain foods?

Is eating no longer enjoyable due to difficulty swallowing?

Speech therapy can help!

How we can assist

Providing compensatory strategies to continue eating preferred foods 

Providing individualized swallowing exercise protocol to improve swallowing muscle strength and range of motion

Providing education 

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