Author: Lee jasmin

nMES works to 're educate' the swallowing muscles to increase airway protection.  If you place your hands on your neck during the swallow you can feel your 'adam's apple' rise and move slightly forward in the neck.  In short, this is done so that food can pass over the airway and into the esophagus. It has been found to be very effective with patients, especially those with dementia, as these patients often cannot participate in following the steps for traditional exercises....

Working to strengthen and coordinate vocal folds, these exercises are in a sense , physical therapy for your vocal cords. Designed to promote natural wave, and regain balance among airflow, muscles, and resonance. Credit: These are a combination of exercises adopted from Joseph Stemple and the PhoRTE program. *It is recommended that you check with your physician and/or ENT before engaging in these exercises. Naples Speech Therapy is not liable for any injury or pain resulting from the below exercises.* Pitch glides: goal- no voice breaks. Using “knoll” or “whoop” going from lowest to highest pitch and then from highest to lowest pitch in order to promote vocal fold stretching, muscular control, and flexibility. Try to feel a “half yawn” in your...