The role of the speech language pathologist in the management of dysphagia
Logemann, J.A.
Otolaryngologic Clinics of North America 21(4): 783-788
1988
ISSN/ISBN: 0030-6665 PMID: 3054726 Document Number: 313664
The speech language pathologist typically participates in the evaluation and treatment of dysphagia in the oral and pharyngeal stages of swallow. Bedside examination and a modified barium swallow permit examination of the neuromuscular components of the swallow and place the patient at minimal risk of aspiration. Compensatory and therapeutic procedures are then implemented to improve oropharyngeal function.