Feeding and Swallowing Disorders
dromoLogio - Speech Therapy for Children & Adults | Karditsa
Feeding and swallowing disorders (dysphagia) can occur in infants, children and adults, seriously affecting the person's nutrition, health and quality of life. They can be related to neurological diseases, developmental disorders or injuries, such as stroke or traumatic brain injury.
At DromoLogio, we offer specialized speech therapy interventions that aim to improve the person's ability to feed and swallow safely and comfortably.
When do we talk about feeding & swallowing disorders?
- Difficulty chewing or moving food
- Coughing or choking when swallowing
- Difficult swallowing liquids or solids
- Weight loss, dehydration, respiratory infection
- Selective or limited feeding in children
- Resistance to food or refusal to eat
- Problems that coexist with autism, cerebral palsy or syndromes
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