Dysphagia swallowing therapy

Dysphagia swallowing therapy is a specialized treatment for individuals who have difficulty swallowing due to various health conditions. This therapy involves exercises and techniques that strengthen the muscles used in swallowing, improve coordination, and enhance safety while eating or drinking. A speech-language pathologist typically guides the therapy, which may include strategies like changing food textures, practicing specific swallowing maneuvers, or using adaptive equipment. The goal is to make swallowing easier and safer, reducing the risk of choking or aspiration, and ultimately improving the person’s quality of life and enjoyment of meals.