Dysphagia Therapy (Swallowing Therapy)
Swallowing Troubles Got You Down? Navjeevan Can Help You Gobble Up Life Again!
Does your khaana get stuck on the way down, causing you coughing fits or dhak-dhak in the chest?
Don't worry, dysphagia (fancy word for swallowing problems) can be tackled! Navjeevan's Swallowing Therapy is here to be your superhero, saving you from the struggle and getting you back to enjoying your favorite dal and roti!
Imagine this
You can relish hot jalebis and creamy gulab jamuns without any worries. Our therapy plan is like a magic spoon, helping your body swallow safely and efficiently again.
Here's How We Make You a Swallowing Superstar
- Swallow Smoothly, No More Coughing Fits: Learn cool tricks to control your swallow and get that yummy food down the right way!
- Eat What You Love, Worry-Free: No more avoiding delicious food because of swallowing troubles. Enjoy every bite with confidence!
- Feel Happy and Healthy: When swallowing is easy, you can eat well and feel fantastic!
The Dysphagia Therapy Process:
A typical dysphagia therapy program at Navjeevan involves:
Our SLPs will conduct a thorough evaluation to assess your swallowing function, including a clinical swallowing exam and possibly instrumental evaluations like video fluoroscopy (a special X-ray that allows visualization of swallowing).
Based on the evaluation results, we create a customized therapy plan that addresses your specific swallowing weaknesses. This might involve exercises to strengthen oral motor skills, practicing safe swallowing techniques with different food and liquid consistencies, and compensatory strategies to improve overall swallowing efficiency.
Our SLPs work closely with your doctor, dietician, and other healthcare professionals to ensure a coordinated approach to managing your dysphagia.
Benefits of Swallowing Therapy: Eat Easy, Live Happy!
- Swallow Easy: Enjoy your meals without any coughing or choking scares.
- Eat Like a Star: Feel comfortable eating anywhere, with anyone, without worry.
- Stay Healthy and Strong: Get the nutrients you need to stay energised and fit.
- Do the Things You Love: Enjoy family meals, social gatherings, and all your favourite foods again!
Goals of Dysphagia Therapy
Dysphagia therapy focuses on achieving several key goals:
- Improving Swallowing Safety: Therapy techniques aim to strengthen and coordinate the swallowing muscles, reducing the risk of aspiration.
- Enhancing Swallowing Efficiency: Therapists help individuals learn strategies to manage food consistency, improve oral motor skills, and optimize swallowing mechanics.
- Maximizing Nutritional Intake: Therapy can help individuals maintain adequate hydration and nutrition despite swallowing difficulties.
- Restoring Quality of Life: The ultimate goal is to empower individuals with dysphagia to enjoy food safely and participate fully in mealtimes.
Navjeevan: Your Swallowing Partner
Our Speech experts create a special plan just for you, with fun exercises that make learning easy.