Swallow Therapy
Swallowing problems, known as dysphagia, can significantly impact a person’s ability to eat normally, leading to emotional distress. Speech pathologists specialize in treating swallowing issues and aim to restore normal eating as quickly as possible, whether in children or adults.
In Children:
If your child shows any of these signs during eating or drinking, they may benefit from swallowing therapy:
- Refusal to eat or drink
- Choking or coughing while eating
- Vomiting during meals
- Taking excessively long to finish meals
- Food or liquid coming out through the nose
- Previous cleft lip and palate repair
- Dependency on feeding tubes
- Oral or pharyngeal trauma
- Head and neck cancer
- Persistent coughing while swallowing
In Adults:
Swallowing therapy may be necessary for adults in various situations, including:
- Post-surgical rehabilitation after head and neck cancer surgery
- Swallowing difficulties after a stroke
- Coughing with liquids like water or hot beverages
- Dependency on feeding tubes
- Painful swallowing
- The sensation of food stuck in the throat
- Food regurgitation through the nose
- After chemotherapy or radiation for head and neck cancer
- Swallowing issues associated with aging
Our Approach to Swallowing Therapy:
Our experienced Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs), also known as swallowing therapists or deglutologists, provide comprehensive services including:
- Clinical Swallow Examination: This includes assessments like cervical auscultation, water swallow tests, subjective scales of swallowing assessment, and clinical observation of the oral intake process.
- Swallowing Therapy: We offer evidence-based strategies tailored to individual needs, providing feedback and guidance for a safe and efficient swallow.
If you or your child are experiencing swallowing or feeding difficulties, our clinic is here to help. Our team of experts will assess the underlying causes and develop a personalized treatment plan to improve swallowing function and enhance quality of life.
Samvaad offers the Best Swallow Therapy services in Bangalore, with professionals having the best educational backgrounds and extensive practical experience, ensuring the best outcomes.