Tag: Rehabilitation
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Nutrition Essentials for Modified Diets
Nutrition is vital for health, especially for individuals on modified diets, who are at risk of malnutrition. Macronutrients (carbohydrates, proteins, fats) and micronutrients (vitamins, minerals) play crucial roles. Strategies such as food fortification, small frequent meals, and hydration can enhance nutritional intake, ensuring patients maintain health and well-being despite dietary restrictions.
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Pudding with a Straw: A Functional Swallowing Exercise with Real Resistance
Looking for a simple but effective exercise to strengthen the entire swallowing mechanism using resistance? So was I. Over the years, I’ve tried many different exercises with my patients. One of my go-to favorites—though it earns me a few side-eyes from coworkers—is an unusual yet highly effective technique I call: Pudding with a Straw Yes,…
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Dysphagia Ramblings 