Swallowing disorders (dysphagia) can affect eating, drinking, and overall health.
They may result from throat, esophagus, or neurological problems, and require timely evaluation to prevent complications like malnutrition or aspiration.
Why Swallowing Disorder Care is Important
- Ensures Safe Eating: Identifies problems that cause choking, coughing, or discomfort while swallowing food or liquids.
- Prevents Complications: Reduces risks of aspiration, chest infections, or weight loss linked to untreated swallowing issues.
- Improves Nutrition: Helps patients maintain proper food intake for healthy growth, energy, and immunity.
- Restores Quality of Life: Enables comfortable eating and drinking, reducing anxiety and social difficulties during meals.
Common Swallowing Disorder Services We Offer
- Diagnostic Evaluation: Tests like endoscopy or imaging to identify the cause of swallowing difficulties.
- Therapeutic Exercises: Specialized therapies to strengthen throat and swallowing muscles.
- Dietary Modifications: Guidance on food textures and techniques to ensure safe swallowing.
- Surgical or Medical Management: Treatment for structural blockages, strictures, or underlying throat conditions causing dysphagia.
Swallowing disorder care ensures safe eating, prevents health risks, and restores comfort and confidence in daily life.
