Feeding & Swallowing Therapy
"It's more than just speech…"
We specialize in VitalStim® swallowing therapy, which effectively restores ability to swallow and eat the least restrictive diet possible in patients suffering from dysphagia (difficulty swallowing).
Common Dysphagia Symptoms:
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Coughing/clearing of throat after swallow
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Difficulty swallowing or initiating a swallow
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Abnormal volitional cough
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Decreased voice quality (wet, hoarse, weak)
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Recurring chest infections
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Swallowing difficulty: multiple swallows or special maneuvers required to clear throat
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Difficulty completing a meal
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Feeling of food being stuck in the throat
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Soft diet or modified diet required (thickening, pureeing food; soft solids)
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Spilling food or liquid from lips and/or drooling
Learn more at www.vitalstim.com.
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