Stay up to date in the field of swallowing and swallowing disorders (dysphagia). Read, comment and ask questions on my latest collection of hot topics.
C2-C7 Angle and Dysphagia by Karen Sheffler, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S of SwallowStudy.com Will you or your patient be at risk for dysphagia after cervical spine surgery? I suggest reading this review of the following article: Tian, W. & Yu, J. (2013). The role of C2-C7... Read More
Cranial Nerves and Swallowing / Voice by Karen Sheffler, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S of SwallowStudy.com The cranial nerves look so beautiful exiting the brainstem in these pictures! Why do they have to be so hard to memorize? It is so important for Speech-Language... Read More
Do You Need a Swallow Study for Dysphagia? by Karen Sheffler, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S of SwallowStudy.com Enjoying a good meal with friends and family is something that we may all take for granted. What should we do when something goes wrong with our once fast and... Read More
How do I know that I or my loved one may need a swallowing evaluation? by Karen Sheffler, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S of SwallowStudy.com Signs of dysphagia (difficulty swallowing): Swallowing is painful or uncomfortable Drooling Difficulty chewing Taking a long time to chew... Read More
Quality of Life Measures for Swallowing and Swallowing Disorders Quality of Life Measures compiled by Karen Sheffler, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S of SwallowStudy.com Eating and swallowing safely are key to enjoying a meal with loved ones. In the process of fully evaluating a... Read More
