Tag: Shaker
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Exercise in Dysphagia Therapy: Let’s Get Functional
Recent—and not-so-recent—dysphagia literature has made one thing very clear: exercise physiology belongs in swallowing rehab. Researchers like Lazarus, Robbins, Burkhead, and Clark have emphasized that understanding the muscles involved in swallowing—and how they actually function—is key to designing exercises that work. Spoiler alert: just having someone swallow applesauce with a side of hope isn’t enough.…
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Chin Tuck Against Resistance (CTAR): A Powerhouse Exercise for Suprahyoid Strengthening
Discover how the Chin Tuck Against Resistance (CTAR) exercise supports swallowing rehabilitation, strengthens the suprahyoid muscles, and offers a more accessible alternative to the Shaker exercise.
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Dysphagia Ramblings 