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Swallowing difficulties, medically known as dysphagia, can result from various conditions such as neurological disorders (stroke, Parkinson’s disease), head and neck cancers, structural abnormalities, or aging-related changes. Our swallowing treatment involves a comprehensive evaluation, including a clinical swallow assessment, video fluoroscopic swallow study (VFSS), and fiberoptic endoscopic evaluation of swallowing (FEES) to determine the exact cause of the problem. Treatment approaches include: Dietary modifications (adjusting food textures and liquid consistency to make swallowing safer). Swallowing therapy exercises to strengthen the muscles involved in swallowing. Neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) to enhance muscle function in patients with severe swallowing difficulties. Postural adjustments and swallowing techniques that help patients swallow safely without aspiration (food or liquid entering the airway). Surgical interventions such as cricopharyngeal myotomy, esophageal dilation, or laryngeal suspension procedures for severe cases where mechanical obstruction or dysfunction is the cause. Our goal is to help patients regain safe and effective swallowing, improving their quality of life and preventing complications like aspiration pneumonia.

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