2200 Research Blvd., Rockville, MD 20850 It is important to consider signs and symptoms of dysphagia in the context of other clinical indicators such as the etiology of the dysphagia and the overall health of the patient, rather than relying on a single sign or symptom. Swallowing safety of oral liquid medications: Assessment using the International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative framework. Please see ASHAs resource on the Videofluroscopic Swallowing Study for further information on the VFSS. Dysphagia in acute stroke. A. Blow, M, Olsson, R, Ekberg, O (2002) Supraglottic swallow, effortful swallow, and chin tuck did not alter hypopharyngeal intrabolus pressure in patients with pharyngeal dysfunction. How To Do An Effortful Swallow - ADULT SPEECH THERAPY Effects of Effortful Swallow on Cardiac Autonomic Regulation (2012). The exact epidemiological numbers by condition or disease also remain poorly defined. Cough response to aspiration in thin and thick fluids during FEES in hospitalized inpatients. A report by the Agency for Health Care Policy and Research (now the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality) estimates that approximately one third of patients with dysphagia develop pneumonia and that 60,000 individuals die each year from such complications (Agency for Health Care Policy and Research, 1999). https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1532-5415.2010.03227.x, Shanahan, T. K., Logemann, J. However, clinicians were not concerned about the possible effects of this rehabilitation protocol on cardiac events. (1999). The first pro-posed instruction for the effortful swallow, "as you swal- https://doi.org/10.1001/archotol.130.2.208, Elvevi, A., Bravi, I., Mauro, A., Pugliese, D., Tenca, A., Cortinovis, I., Milani, S., Conte, D., & Penagini, R. (2014). Plonk, W. M. (2005). A., Hewitt, A. L., Gentry, L. R., & Taylor, A. J. In these instances, team members consider whether the individual will need the alternative source for a short or an extended period of time. The physician is ultimately responsible for selecting which type of tube is used, but a brief description of several options is provided below. Many facilities have an ethics consultation service that can help clinicians, patients, and families address challenges when an ethical issue arises. 13%38% among elderly individuals who are living independently (Kawashima et al., 2004; Serra-Prat et al., 2011). If the individuals swallowing does not support nutrition and hydration via oral intake, the swallowing and feeding team may recommend alternative avenues of intake (e.g., nasogastric [NG] tube, gastrostomy). A Systematic Review of the Physiological Effects of the Effortful SLPs interpret and apply the results of imaging to dysphagia treatment plans and make recommendations and referrals as appropriate. (2003). Incidence refers to the number of new cases of dysphagia identified in a specified time period. However, it is not apparent the responses of heart rate variability (HRV) elicited by effortful swallow maneuver. Patients were asked to "swallow hard" using a "lingual focus" to maximize the oropharyngeal effect of the maneuver [ 14 ]. Therefore, management of dysphagia may require input of multiple specialists serving on an interprofessional team. Super-supraglottic swallow in irradiated head and neck cancer patients. Education and counseling may be provided concerning issues related to tube feeding, such as appropriate positioning and duration of feeding times. Molfenter, S. M., Hsu, C.-Y., Lu, Y., & Lazarus, C. L. (2018). For further information please see ASHAs resource on the Videofluroscopic Swallowing Study. Postural techniques redirect the movement of the bolus in the oral cavity and pharynx and modify pharyngeal dimensions. Dysphagia, 19(4), 266271. Systematic review and meta-analysis of the association between sarcopenia and dysphagia. Journal of Clinical Gastroenterology, 51(5), 417420. Content Disclaimer: The Practice Portal, ASHA policy documents, and guidelines contain information for use in all settings; however, members must consider all applicable local, state and federal requirements when applying the information in their specific work setting. A., Kahrilas, P. J., Kobara, M., & Vakil, N. B. Clinical interventions in aging, 11, 189-208. volitional airway protection strategy (compensatory) . We investigated the acute effects of effortful swallowing maneuver on HRV. PURPOSE To increase tongue base retraction and pressure during the pharyngeal phase of the swallow and reduce the amount of food residue in the valleculae of the throat. Dysphagia in patients with the post-polio syndrome. (2004). Clinicians modify bolus size particularly for patients that require a greater volume to adequately stimulate a swallow response (increase bolus size) or for patients that require multiple swallows per bolus (decrease bolus size). Journal of Intellectual Disability Research, 53(1), 2943. The prevalence of dysphagia among adults in the United States. Whelan, K. (2001). (2005) found that the incidence of dysphagia in stroke populations was as low as 37% when identified using cursory screening procedures and as high as 78% when identified using instrumental assessments. Some maneuvers require following multistep directions and may not be appropriate for patients with cognitive impairments. Effortful swallowing primarily seeks to increase muscle contraction to generate greater pharyngeal pressures (to improve bolus clearance). The purpose of a non-instrumental swallowing assessment is to determine the presence (or absence) of signs and symptoms of dysphagia, with consideration for factors such as fatigue during a meal, posture, positioning, and environmental conditions. Dysphagia Rehabilitation Flashcards | Quizlet Consideration of the underlying neurophysiological impairment is necessary for understanding swallow function and deficits. (1989). coughing. Swallowing assessment allows the SLP to integrate information from the following: Assessment may result in one or more of the following outcomes: Patients with suspected dysphagia may warrant further instrumental assessment to examine the impact of swallowing anatomy and physiology on clinical presentation (McCullough et al., 2005; OHoro et al., 2015). Swallowing function after stroke: Prognosis and prognostic factors at 6 months. This study examined how high-effort sips from small-diameter straws influenced linguapalatal swallow pressures. Wirth, R., Dziewas, R., Beck, A. M., Clav, P., Hamdy, S., Heppner, H. J., Langmore, S., Leischker, A. H., Martino, R., Pluschinski, P., Rsler, A., Shaker, R., Warnecke, T., Sieber, C. C., & Volkert, D. (2016). These muscles contract in a stereotypic sequence during swallowing and are involved in the biomechanics of hyolaryngeal excursion. Patients may also require cuing and assistance to maintain an appropriate rate during meals. Physiology & Behavior, 174, 155161. intake as pleasure feeds given extensive education to the patient, the patients family/caregiver(s), and the clinical/medical team. Other instrumental procedures are used primarily in research at this time but may develop into clinical diagnostic tools. Practical Gastroenterology, 29(7), 1631. https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02407401. Evidence-based systematic review: Oropharyngeal dysphagia behavioral treatments. Dysphagia, 6(4), 200202. Mealtime difficulties in a home for the aged: Not just dysphagia. Maintenance and/or maximization of an individuals health status is a primary concern. Patients are instructed to swallow hard. Instrumental procedures are also used to determine appropriateness and effectiveness of treatment strategies. Patients may benefit from the use of adaptive equipment or environmental modifications to more effectively manage the bolus (Granell et al., 2012). Advance online publication. Examples of exercises include the following: Specific bolus volumes per swallow may result in faster pharyngeal swallow responses (Barikroo et al., 2015). Precautions: May increase nasal regurgitation. The New England Journal of Medicine, 324(17), 11621167. Results of previous screening and non-instrumental and instrumental assessments of swallowing. Economic and survival burden of dysphagia among inpatients in the United States. Additionally, the effortful . Videomanometric analysis of supraglottic swallow, effortful swallow, and chin tuck in patients with pharyngeal dysfunction. The purpose of the technique is to compensate for deficits that cannot be or are not yet rehabilitated sufficiently. Mosby. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jstrokecerebrovasdis.2009.01.009, Flowers, H. L., Silver, F. L., Fang, J., Rochon, E., & Martino, R. (2013). After swallowing, residual food and liquid in the mouth and throat are likely to overflow into the unprotected airway and cause what is known as aspiration. Archives of Internal Medicine, 159(17), 20582064. Diagnosis and treatment of swallowing disorders (dysphagia) in acute-care stroke patients (Evidence Report/Technology Assessment No. PDF Mendelsohn Maneuver Utility of clinical swallowing examination measures for detecting aspiration post-stroke. Ayman, A. R., Khoury, T., Cohen, J., Chen S., Yaari, S., Daher, S., Benson, A. Gaidos, S., Hrdlicka, H. C., & Corbett, J. Lupus, 11(5), 322324. Risk factors for pneumonia and other lower respiratory tract infections in elderly residents of long-term care facilities. Modifications to diet texture may include changing the viscosity of liquids and/or altering the texture of solid foods using standardized criteria (e.g., International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative [IDDSI]). (2010). Murray, J., Doeltgen, S., Miller, M., & Scholten, I. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00455-013-9464-y. Miles, A., McFarlane, M., Scott, S., & Hunting, A. The manometric examination revealed a markedly elevated resting peak UES pressure and greatly elevated pharyngeal pressures (approximately 250 mmHg). You do not have JavaScript Enabled on this browser. Therefore future studies are needed to examine these factors. https://doi.org/10.1136/jnnp.52.2.236, Barikroo, A., Carnaby, G., & Crary, M. (2015). Sapienza: The studies have shown that during EMST, not IMST, the suprahyoid muscles are co-contracting and generating greater muscle activity than that exhibited during normal dry or wet swallow, and that the muscle force produced is on par with effortful swallow exercises. The Ampcare ES unit is a portable, non-invasive, dual-channel . concerns regarding the safety and efficiency of swallow function, contribution of dysphagia to nutritional compromise, contribution of dysphagia to pulmonary compromise, contribution of dysphagia to concerns for airway safety (e.g., choking), the need to identify disordered swallowing physiology to guide management and treatment, the need to assist in the determination of a differential medical diagnosis related to the presence of dysphagia, the presence of a medical condition or diagnosis associated with a high risk of dysphagia, previously identified dysphagia with a suspected change in swallow function; and, the presence of a chronic degenerative condition with a known progression or the recovery from a condition that may require further information for the management of oropharyngeal function. Thickened liquids for children and adults with oropharyngeal dysphagia: The complexity of rheological considerations. Cichero, J. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00455-015-9637-y, Bchet, S., Hill, F., Gilheaney, ., & Walshe, M. (2016). Dysphagia, 16(3), 190195. Dysphagia Treatment & Management: Approach Considerations - Medscape INSTRUCTIONS American Journal of Speech-Language Pathology, 18(4), 361375. Recovery from dysphagia symptoms after oral endotracheal intubation in acute respiratory distress syndrome survivors. Effortful Swallow ACTIVITY: SWALLOW WITH AS MUCH EFFORT AS POSSIBLE. Screening identifies the need for further assessment and may be completed prior to a comprehensive evaluation. Modifications to the taste or temperature may also be made to change the sensory input of a bolus. You should do 3 sessions of this exercise per day to sufficiently . https://doi.org/10.1007/978-0-387-22434-3_8, Sonies, B. C., & Dalakas, M. C. (1991). (2001). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.parkreldis.2011.11.006. understand issues relative to radiation equipment, equipment maintenance, and safety. Intensive training can improve swallowing function and reduce the risk of aspiration. American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, 99(8), 701711. (2018). Groher, M. E., & Crary, M. A. The role of the SLP in treating individuals with progressive neurological disorders is designed to maximize current function, compensate for irreversible loss of function, assess and reassess changes in status, and educate and counsel patients regarding the progression of the disorder and potential options, including non-oral means of nutrition. The Journals of Gerontology, Series A: Biological Sciences and Medical Sciences, 69A(3), 330337. Implementation of a free water protocol at a long term acute care hospital. https://doi.org/10.3109/17549507.2015.1024171, Layne, K. A., Losinski, D. S., Zenner, P. M., & Ament, J. The Role of Pharyngeal and Upper Esophageal Manometry in Swallowing Goal The goal of this activity is to keep food or fluid from getting stuck in your pharynx, or throat, by improving the force and timing of your swallow. Zhou, D., Jafri, M., & Husain, I. Aspiration risk texture modified foods and thickened fluids may not eliminate the risk of aspiration and associated pneumonia (e.g., Kaneoka et al., 2017; Robbins et al., 2008; Wirth et al., 2016). (2012). Try to see your toes. SLPs have knowledge of the anatomy, physiology, and functional aspects of the upper aerodigestive tract as they relate to swallowing and speech. Evidence-based systematic review: Effects of neuromuscular electrical stimulation on swallowing and neural activation. Presence and severity of co-morbidities (e.g., dehydration, renal disease, respiratory infections). Prevalence refers to the number of people who are living with dysphagia in a given time period. Causes of dysphagia among different age groups: A systematic review of the literature. The Journal of Nutrition, Health & Aging, 23(6), 571577. Dysphagia Management in Stroke Rehabilitation | SpringerLink Swallowing disorder basics. Supportive Care in Cancer, 27, 36813700. Dysphagia Treatment: 5 Swallowing Exercises to Try At Home - NAPA Swallowing: Exercises | Kaiser Permanente 119138). Although the body of literature concerning the value of electrical stimulation for swallowing is large, the benefits remain unclear (Carnaby-Mann & Crary, 2007; Clark et al., 2009; Humbert et al., 2012; Sun et al., 2020). Secondly, the effects of the EPG as an exercise are unknown as our study was conduced on healthy subjects without dysphagia. as low as 3% in U.S. inpatients aged 45 years or older to as high as 22% in adults over 50 years of age (Lindgren & Janzon, 1991; National Foundation of Swallowing Disorders, n.d.; Patel et al., 2018; Tibbling & Gustafsson, 1991); as high as 30% in elderly populations receiving inpatient medical treatment (Layne et al., 1989); up to 68% for residents in long-term care settings (National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, n.d.; Steele et al., 1997); and. Various neurological diseases are known to be associated with dysphagia. Therapy Procedures: Swallow Maneuvers a. Supraglottic swallow - reduced or late vocal fold closure, delayed pharyngeal swallow b. Super-supraglottic swallow - reduced closure of airway entrance c. Effortful swallow - reduced posterior movement of the tongue base d. Menselsohn maneuver - reduced laryngeal movement, discoordinated swallow You can either: Hold this position for 1 minute, and then lower your head and rest for 1 minute. After being educated about the risks and benefits of a particular recommendation (e.g., oral vs. non-oral means of nutrition, diet level, rehabilitative technique), if a patient (or their decision-maker) chooses an alternate course of action, the SLP makes recommendations and offers treatment as appropriate. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apmr.2006.11.002. Cultural competence in dysphagia. https://doi.org/10.3810/hp.2010.02.276, Martin-Harris, B., Brodsky, M. B., Michel, Y., Ford, C. L., Walters, B., & Heffner, J. As indicated in the ASHA Code of Ethics (American Speech-Language-Hearing Association [ASHA], 2023), SLPs who serve this population should be specifically educated and appropriately trained to do so. Internal and external evidence may come from. Prospective, randomized . Breathing and swallowing dynamics across the adult lifespan. Clinical Nutrition, 26(6), 710717. https://doi.org/10.1016/0003-9993(93)90035-9, Shiga, H., Kobayashi, Y., Katsuyama, H., Yokoyama, M., & Arakawa, I. supraglottic swallow, super supraglottic swallow, effortful swallow/Valsalva maneuver, mendelsohn maneuver. SPEECH & SWALLOWING| Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders A., Rademaker, A. W., Pauloski, B. R., & Kahrilas, P. J. Assessment across the life span: The clinical swallow evaluation. Influence of the cuff pressure on the swallowing reflex in tracheostomized intensive care unit patients. Ask the client to: 1. Compensatory techniques alter the swallow when used but do not create lasting functional change. Dysphagia, 2(4), 216219. https://doi.org/10.1044/leader.FTR3.08082003.4. https://doi.org/10.1097/MOO.0000000000000491, Park, J.-S., Kim, H.-J., & Oh, D.-H. (2015). Dysphagia, 33(3), 380388. Korkmaz, M. ., Eilmez, O. K., zelik, M. A., & Gven, M. (2020). Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, 59(1), 186187. This system is a specialized form of neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) administered through uniquely designed external skin electrodes. See the Dysphagia Evidence Map for summaries of the available research on this topic. For further information see ASHAs resource on Aerosol Generating Procedures. Journal of Stroke & Cerebrovascular Diseases, 18(5), 329335. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pmr.2008.07.001, Gordon, C., Hewer, R. L., & Wade, D. T. (1987). recurring pneumonia. https://doi.org/10.1002/(SICI)1097-0347(199709)19:6<535::AID-HED11>3.0.CO;2-4, Macht, M., Wimbish, T., Bodine, C., & Moss, M. (2013). The patient is severely agitated, unable to remain alert, or unable to follow simple commands. Nutrition Journal,12(1), 1-8. Springer. (2023). Thickening agents used for dysphagia management: Effect on bioavailability of water, medication and feelings of satiety. Repeat this up to 10 times in a single session. https://doi.org/10.1161/01.STR.30.4.744, Marik, P. E. (2010). American Journal of Gastroenterology, 86(8), 965970. One model for ethical decision making includes consideration of the following (Jonsen et al., 1992): Clinicians provide information regarding these considerations without factoring in their own personal beliefs. First, the possibility of vocal hyperfunction is a concern due to the effortful phonation produced with the EPG. Specialty certification is a voluntary program and is not required by ASHA to practice in any disorder area. Archives of OtolaryngologyHead & Neck Surgery, 130(2), 208210. https://doi.org/10.1093/gerona/glt099, Calcagno, P., Ruoppolo, G., Grasso, M. G., De Vincentiis, M., & Paolucci, S. (2002). Determine the presence and cause(s) of laryngeal penetration and/or aspiration. https://doi.org/10.1589/jpts.27.3631, Patel, D. A., Krishnaswami, S., Steger, E., Conver, E., Vaezi, M. F., Ciucci, M. R., & Francis, D. O. Effortful Swallow | SpringerLink Special considerations may need to be made regarding PPE for COVID-19. Silent aspiration may be present, meaning the patient presents without overt signs or symptoms of dysphagia. An SLPs roles include. Suiter, D. et al. Dysphagia in multiple sclerosisPrevalence and prognostic factors. PDF This CTI will enable the Allied Health Assistant to https://doi.org/10.1159/000112902, De Pauw, A., Dejaeger, E., DHooghe, B., & Carton, H. (2002). Acta Neurologica Scandinavica, 128(6), 397401. Whiplash-associated dysphagia and dysphonia: A scoping review. The effects of breath-holding on vocal fold adduction: Implications for safe swallowing. (2007). PDF Swallow Therapy for Trach and Vented Patients - KSHA It is valuable to first discuss how the neuroplasticity prin-ciples apply to each. Ultrasonography involves the use of a transducer to observe movement of structures used for swallowing, such as the tongue and hyoid (Hsiao et al., 2013; Sonies et al., 2003). Dysphagia, 30(5), 558564. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jmu.2013.10.008, Huckabee, M. L., & Steele, C. M. (2006). Cognitive deficits (e.g., impulsivity, decreased initiation) may affect a patients pace during meals. Pudding and a Straw - Dysphagia Ramblings Impact of the modified consistency/viscosity on the individuals swallowing physiology. Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics, 56(1), 19. Krekeler, B. N., Broadfoot, C. K., Johnson, S., Connor, N. P., & Rogus-Pulia, N. (2018). Clinical Interventions in Aging, 7, 287298. Diver - Effortful Swallow & Tongue Against Resistance. Determine the presence of silent aspiration. Abstract. Additional assessment of voice, motor speech patterns, cognition, and communication, as warranted. Journal of Medical Ultrasound, 21(4), 181188. 243259). Otolaryngological manifestations of hospitalised patients with confirmed COVID-19 infection. Otolaryngologic Clinics of North America, 46(6), 965987. 2. Sensory stimulation may be useful for those with reduced response, overactive response, or limited opportunity for sensory experience. International Journal of Otolaryngology, 2012, Article 157630. https://doi.org/10.1155/2012/157630. Agency for Health Care Policy and Research. Examples of maneuvers include the following: Swallowing exercises include exercises of the lips, jaw, tongue, soft palate, pharynx, larynx, and/or respiratory muscles to improve function. Knowledge, skills, and clinical experience related to the evaluation and management of individuals with swallowing and swallowing problems may be acquired on the graduate or postgraduate level, in formal coursework, and/or via continuing education. Dysphagia, 29(5), 603609. https://doi.org/10.1056/NEJM199104253241703, Spechler, S. (1999). Due to the interprofessional nature of dysphagia management, clinicians should be aware of multiple options for dysphagia intervention, including medical, surgical, and behavioral treatment. Journal of Hospital Medicine, 10(4), 256265. Please see ASHAs Practice Portal pages on. SLPs help guide medical decision making regarding the appropriateness of these procedures given the severity and nature of the patients swallowing deficits. the Yale Swallow Protocol (Suiter et al., 2014). Hold this posture for 3-5 seconds. The specific principles described here were taken from Kleim and Jones (2008) and Robbins and colleagues (2008) excellent reviews of neuroplasticity and their application to swallowing. Lindgren, S., & Janzon, L. (1991). Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology Research, 3(5), 10731079. Pharmacotherapy, 19(8), 974978. Comparison of 2 interventions for liquid aspiration on pneumonia incidence: A random-ized trial. Provider refers to the person providing the assessment or treatment (e.g., SLP, trained volunteer, caregiver). referrals for other examinations or services (ASHA, 2004). https://doi.org/10.1177/0003489414558107. Effect of the effortful swallow and the Mendelsohn maneuver on tongue pressure production against the hard palate. ASHA does not require any additional certifications.