Handout

Epiglottic Inversion: What It Means for Swallowing

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Population:

Adult

Discipline:

SLP

Diagnosis:

Dysphagia

References:

Pearson Jr, W. G., Taylor, B. K., Blair, J., & Martin‐Harris, B. (2016). Computational analysis of swallowing mechanics underlying impaired epiglottic inversion. The Laryngoscope, 126(8), 1854-1858.
Jijakli, A., Borders, J. C., Gottlieb, A., Ramirez, E., Leonard, R., Langmore, S. E., ... & Pisegna, J. M. (2023). Absent epiglottic inversion as seen on flexible endoscopic evaluations of swallowing (FEES) is associated with a gestalt reduction in swallowing mechanics. American journal of otolaryngology, 44(2), 103757.

Help patients understand what epiglottic inversion is, why it matters for swallowing safety, and what it may mean when a swallow study shows reduced, incomplete, or absent inversion. This handout explains the relationship between epiglottic movement and swallowing function in clear, patient-friendly language, making it easier to discuss findings and treatment recommendations during dysphagia therapy.

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