Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation, or NMES, is a treatment method that helps strengthen the patient’s muscular system and improves his or her control of the swallow. Who needs NMES therapy? NMES therapy is used to treat individuals diagnosed with dysphagia − a swallowing disorder … [Read more...] about Treating Swallowing Disorders with Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation Therapy
Kim Allen
Speech-Language Pathologists Treating Stroke, Parkinson’s Patients
People who have neurological conditions – such as those caused by stroke and Parkinson’s disease – often have communication problems, including difficulties with swallowing and vocalizing. Because of their highly specialized training and experience, speech-language pathologists can work with these … [Read more...] about Speech-Language Pathologists Treating Stroke, Parkinson’s Patients
