Swallowing Therapy

Swallowing is a vital exercise that is essential to enjoyable eating and your health. Some 15 million Americans suffer from swallowing disorders. These disorders may be the result of a head injury, stroke, aging, diet, or possibly even medications.

Most of the people seeking swallowing rehabilitation have suffered a stroke. The therapy in this case performed by a speech-language pathologist who may include exercises to help strengthen the swallowing muscles and the introduction of a diet that is easily swallowed.