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Empowering Practitioners: Harnessing Tongue Pressure Modulation for Better Swallowing Outcomes

Empowering Practitioners: Harnessing Tongue Pressure Modulation for Better Swallowing Outcomes

Introduction

As a speech-language pathologist, your commitment to improving the lives of children is unwavering. The recent study titled "Modulation of Tongue Pressure According to Liquid Flow Properties in Healthy Swallowing" provides invaluable insights that can enhance your clinical practice. By understanding how tongue pressure varies with liquid consistency, you can make more informed decisions in managing dysphagia, especially in pediatric populations.

The Study in Focus

The study, conducted by Steele et al., examined tongue pressure modulation across different liquid consistencies as defined by the International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI). It involved 38 healthy adults who swallowed liquids ranging from thin to moderately thick. The researchers measured tongue pressure patterns and found that thicker liquids elicited higher tongue pressure amplitudes and steeper pressure rise and decay slopes.

Key Findings and Clinical Implications

Several key findings emerged from this study:

Practical Applications for Practitioners

Integrating these findings into your practice can enhance your ability to tailor interventions for children with dysphagia. Here are some practical applications:

Conclusion

This study underscores the importance of data-driven approaches in speech-language pathology. By understanding the nuances of tongue pressure modulation, you can better support children with dysphagia, improving their quality of life. For those interested in delving deeper into the research, the original paper is available for further reading.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: Modulation of Tongue Pressure According to Liquid Flow Properties in Healthy Swallowing.


Citation: Steele, C. M., Peladeau-Pigeon, M., Barbon, C. A. E., Guida, B. T., Tapson, M. S., Valenzano, T. J., Waito, A. A., Wolkin, T. S., Hanson, B., Ong, J. J.-X., & Duizer, L. M. (2019). Modulation of tongue pressure according to liquid flow properties in healthy swallowing. Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research, 62(1), 22-33. https://doi.org/10.1044/2018_JSLHR-S-18-0229
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

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