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12 Breathing and Relaxation Techniques for Dysphagia Patients

While the documented ramifications of a dysphagia diagnosis are principally focused on nutritional aspects, […]
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9 Facts about Stroke Patients and Dysphagia

Research indicates that there is a high incidence of dysphagia after stroke and its […]
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4 Common Psychological Challenges (& Solutions) Facing Dysphagia Patients

One in 17 people will develop some form of dysphagia in their lifetime, including […]
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4 Examples Of The Latest Dysphagia Research

Swallowing disorders are hidden maladies, which severely affect an estimated 15 million Americans.1 These […]
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7 Facts You Might Not Know About Dysphagia

As one of the most commonly diagnosed swallowing disorders, dysphagia affects approximately 10 million […]
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Exercise Therapy Success For Dysphagia Patients: 3 Studies

For years, dysphagia therapies have been focused on helping patients to learn to swallow […]
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5 Answers To Help You Understand A Dysphagia Diagnosis

When you or a loved one are diagnosed with dysphagia, you may feel confused, […]
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3 Steps Toward Understanding The Psychological Aspects Of Dysphagia

As an SLP or healthcare professional treating patients with swallowing disorders, you know the […]
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Simplifying Lives

The Thick-It® brand, the number one retail brand in dysphagia nutrition solutions, including purees […]

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