Swallowing disorders are commonly associated with a variety of neurological disorders, including: stroke, brain injury, ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease), and cerebral palsy. A clinical evaluation of swallowing involves careful examination of the muscles, movement, and timing associated with the act of swallowing. Further instrumental evaluation (x-ray study) is often recommended and completed at a hospital. Treatment of swallowing disorders often involves learning strategies to compensate for and techniques to improve the impaired function.

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