Sub-Acute Care Team: The Speech-Language Pathologist

One of the members of the sub-acute care team that probably is involved with all stroke survivors is the speech-language pathologist (or SLP). The speech-language pathologist is involved in a few different types of recovery. All of these are connected to the mouth and the related systems. And all of these will hopefully improve the…

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Swallowing Therapy – Difficulties with Swallowing in Seniors

Easing the Challenge of Dysphagia Swallowing is an essential part of eating. In order to live healthily, a person must be able to eat in a safe and efficient manner. When there are difficulties with swallowing in seniors, the patient works with a speech language pathologist (SLP) in speech and language therapy to learn strategies…

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