Swallowing

Swallowing challenges greatly impact quality of life. In addition, difficulties with swallowing may put an individual at risk of aspiration which can be life threatening. 

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Signs of a swallowing disorder may include:

• Coughing during or after eating or drinking 

• Wet or gurgly sounding voice after eating or drinking 

• Extra effort or time required to eat or drink 

• Food leaking from the mouth or pocketing in the mouth 

• Recurring chest infection 

• Weight loss and/or dehydration

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We can provide the following services to assist with swallowing efficiency and safety: 

• Staff education on ways to support swallow safety 

• Safe swallowing strategies 

• Swallowing rehabilitation exercises 

• Compensatory positions 

• Diet modification recommendations, taking a quality of life approach