What is NMES Treatment?
NMES is routinely used by physical and occupational therapists to help restore muscle function. The VitalStim® Therapy device was specifically developed in 2002 for the small muscles on the throat…
NMES is routinely used by physical and occupational therapists to help restore muscle function. The VitalStim® Therapy device was specifically developed in 2002 for the small muscles on the throat…
Treatment depends on the cause, symptoms, and type of swallowing problem. A speech-language pathologist may recommend: specific swallowing treatment (e.g., exercises to improve muscle movement as well as NMES) positions…
A speech-language pathologist (SLP) who specializes in swallowing disorders can evaluate individuals who are experiencing problems eating and drinking. The SLP will take a careful history of medical conditions and…
Several diseases, conditions, or surgical interventions can result in swallowing problems.General signs may include: coughing during or right after eating or drinking wet or gurgling sounding voice during or after…