1. Review of indications, contraindications, education of the patient and the family, review of transportation and positioning logistics Suspected oropharyngeal dysphagia +/- need to examine ...

No change in diet is required. 2 Mild dysphagia—oropharyngeal dysphagia present, which can be managed by specific swallow suggestions. Slight modification in consistency of diet may be indicated.

The IDR approach incorporates 3 components: a) evidence-based oropharyngeal training increasing gradually in intensity based on exercise physiology guidelines, b) targeted swallowing practice (TSP) ...

the Piezo channels detect food accumulation in the digestive tract and trigger swallowing behavior. The research team focused on the pharyngeal-intestinal valve in a C. elegans' digestive tract.

Her research is focused on advancing understanding of the interrelationships between salivary secretion, oral health, and oropharyngeal swallowing to inform the development of novel therapies for ...