Swallowing exercises

Yoko Inamoto, Kannit Pongpipatpaiboon, Seiko Shibata, Yoichiro Aoyagai, Hitoshi Kagaya, Koichiro Matsuo

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Abstract

Before describing the swallowing exercises in this chapter, we first address the principle of such exercises. This fundamental knowledge provides a comprehensive understanding of the term "exercise" and the techniques by which to achieve effective treatment outcomes. The swallowing exercise-based treatment will be described based upon the principle of rehabilitation medicine for which its target aims to achieve functional improvement through the changes of physiological impairment.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationDysphagia Evaluation and Treatment
Subtitle of host publicationFrom the Perspective of Rehabilitation Medicine
PublisherSpringer Singapore
Pages109-155
Number of pages47
ISBN (Electronic)9789811050329
ISBN (Print)9789811050312
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 13-11-2017

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • General Medicine
  • General Health Professions

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