Medical Speech Pathology

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Swallowing difficulties (dysphagia)

Swallowing is a complex sensorimotor process that can be affected by many medical conditions. Medical Speech Pathology specialises in complex dysphagia assessment and treatment for adults, with a strong focus on gold-standard assessment and evidence-based treatment.

Treatment modalities include:

  • Dysphagia rehabilitation and compensatory strategies
  • Surface Electromyography (sEMG) biofeedback
  • Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES)
  • McNeil Dysphagia Therapy Program
  • Respiratory Muscle Strength Training

 

Medical Speech Pathology can assess your swallowing in your home or usual environment, organise an instrumental assessment of swallowing as appropriate (eg. VFSS/FEES) and devise an evidence-based treatment plan to manage your swallowing difficulties. We can also create Mealtime Management Plans for participants under the NDIS and provide carer training and education for support teams.