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ASHA Convention 2021 I absolutely love going to the ASHA convention. I think my favorite part of the convention is networking and finding new and amazing products. I was so excited this year to find the SWIK Oral Suction System. I know.....what in the heck is that?? SWIK Oral Suction System I went into the [...]
Surface Electromyography (sEMG) has been used in dysphagia therapy for several years with research to support its use. sEMG has been called one of the oldest treatments used with dysphagia. sEMG is a use of visual biofeedback. Electrodes are attached to the submental muscles, or those hyolaryngeal complex elevators. This is measuring the "strength" [...]
As you may be able to see from previous posts, I am always up for a challenge. From sampling pureed foods to thickened liquids, I like to find the best available product for my patients. The ASHA Convention At the ASHA convention this year, the Dysphagia Divas were back with some new pureed mixes. I [...]
Dysphagia Ramblings 