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The Effect of Obstructive Sleep Apnea on Swallowing Function

June 1, 2023 12:01 am Published by Ashley Zhinin <p>This resource explains how repeated episodes of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) can affect a person’s swallow function. Video on how to use this resource: de Luccas, G. R., & Berretin-Felix, G. (2021). Swallowing disorders in patients with obstructive sleep apnea: a critical literature review. Sleep science (Sao Paulo, Brazil), 14(Spec 1), 79–85. Peppard, P. E., […] <div class="woocommerce"> <div class="woocommerce-info wc-memberships-restriction-message wc-memberships-message wc-memberships-content-restricted-message"> This content is only available to members. </div> </div> </p>

Resource Roadmap Show – Adult SLP – #04

May 9, 2023 3:32 pm Published by Ashley Zhinin <p>This course covers how to use the following resources from the Therapy Insights library: Organizing and Planning a Calendar, Incentive Spirometer, The Effect of Obstructive Sleep Apnea on Swallowing Function, Identifying Relevant vs. Irrelevant Information: An Attention Activity, and Time Pressure Management for the Treatment of Information Processing Speed. <div class="woocommerce"> <div class="woocommerce-info wc-memberships-restriction-message wc-memberships-message wc-memberships-content-restricted-message"> This content is only available to members. </div> </div> </p>

Comparing a Videofluoroscopic Swallow Study and Esophagram

April 1, 2023 12:01 am Published by Ashley Zhinin <p>A Videofluoroscopic Swallow Study (VFSS) and esophagram are helpful tools for evaluating a person’s swallowing function. This handout explains the similarities and differences to help determine which one may be more appropriate. Video on how to use this resource: <div class="woocommerce"> <div class="woocommerce-info wc-memberships-restriction-message wc-memberships-message wc-memberships-content-restricted-message"> This content is only available to members. </div> </div> </p>

Resource Roadmap Show – Adult SLP – #02

March 8, 2023 9:04 am Published by Ashley Zhinin <p>This course covers how to use the following resources from the Therapy Insights library: Dysphagia and Parkinson’s Disease, Apple Watch Safety Features, Comparing a Videofluoroscopic Swallow Study and Esophagram, Information Processing Speed Following Brain Injury (Based on INCOG 2.0 Recommendations), and Visual Action Therapy for Global Aphasia. <div class="woocommerce"> <div class="woocommerce-info wc-memberships-restriction-message wc-memberships-message wc-memberships-content-restricted-message"> This content is only available to members. </div> </div> </p>

Saliva Anatomy and Function

March 1, 2023 12:01 am Published by Ashley Zhinin <p>Saliva is necessary for supporting swallowing, digestion, and teeth protection. Three salivary glands produce one to two liters of the body’s daily saliva. Video on how to use this resource: Nascimento, D., Carmona, J., Mestre, T., Ferreira, J. J., & Guimarães, I. (2021). Drooling rating scales in Parkinson’s disease: A systematic review. Parkinsonism & Related […] <div class="woocommerce"> <div class="woocommerce-info wc-memberships-restriction-message wc-memberships-message wc-memberships-content-restricted-message"> This content is only available to members. </div> </div> </p>

Resource Roadmap Show – Adult SLP – #01

February 7, 2023 8:45 pm Published by txinsights <p>This course covers how to use the following resources from the Therapy Insights library: Medication Swallow Strategies for People with Dysphagia, Saliva Anatomy and Function, Deductive Reasoning: Storage Area, SLP’s Role in Determining Patient Decision-Making Capacity, and Spaced Retrieval. <div class="woocommerce"> <div class="woocommerce-info wc-memberships-restriction-message wc-memberships-message wc-memberships-content-restricted-message"> This content is only available to members. </div> </div> </p>

The Cranial Nerves and the Swallow

January 9, 2022 5:11 pm Published by txinsights <p>This handout defines the 5 most important cranial nerves as related to swallowing and outlines specific problems that may occur due to damage along the pathway of these nerves. <div class="woocommerce"> <div class="woocommerce-info wc-memberships-restriction-message wc-memberships-message wc-memberships-content-restricted-message"> This content is only available to members. </div> </div> </p>

The Brain and Swallowing

5:09 pm Published by txinsights <p>Swallowing is a complex automatic process we often take for granted until this daily activity becomes difficult. This material provides some insight into how the brain stem and brain work simultaneously to make swallowing happen safely. <div class="woocommerce"> <div class="woocommerce-info wc-memberships-restriction-message wc-memberships-message wc-memberships-content-restricted-message"> This content is only available to members. </div> </div> </p>

Swallow Initiation

4:22 pm Published by txinsights <p>Just how exactly is the swallow triggered? This handout describes the oral and pharyngeal sequences involved in a successful swallow. Also discusses swallow delay as well as how speech therapy can improve swallow initiation and reduce the risk of dysphagia and associated aspiration. <div class="woocommerce"> <div class="woocommerce-info wc-memberships-restriction-message wc-memberships-message wc-memberships-content-restricted-message"> This content is only available to members. </div> </div> </p>

SLP Role in the Esophageal Stage of Swallowing

January 6, 2022 1:32 am Published by txinsights <p>What exactly is our role when it comes to esophageal dysfunction? This material describes the SLP’s role in screening for/being a part of a multidisciplinary team to treat esophageal dysphagia. Includes a handy reference chart for comparing and contrasting the symptoms of each etiology of dysphagia. <div class="woocommerce"> <div class="woocommerce-info wc-memberships-restriction-message wc-memberships-message wc-memberships-content-restricted-message"> This content is only available to members. </div> </div> </p>