Swallowing difficulties (Dysphagia)
Swallowing difficulties, or dysphagia, affect many adults recovering from stroke, head and neck cancer, or neurological conditions. This condition can make eating and drinking unsafe or uncomfortable, increasing the risk of choking or aspiration pneumonia. I provide thorough assessments to identify swallowing impairments and create personalised therapy plans to improve safety and comfort. My goal is to help you regain independence and improve your quality of life with safe swallowing strategies.
Supporting safe and comfortable eating and drinking
Dysphagia refers to difficulty with swallowing food, liquids, or medications. It may occur after a stroke, due to neurological conditions, or as part of aging.
We offer comprehensive swallowing assessments to determine the nature and severity of the difficulty, using both clinical tools and patient history.
We develop individualized treatment plans with swallowing techniques, posture adjustments, and food texture modifications to improve safety and ease.
Untreated dysphagia can lead to aspiration pneumonia, dehydration, and malnutrition. Early intervention significantly reduces these risks.
We work closely with dietitians and care teams to ensure clients receive adequate nutrition in a safe and enjoyable way.