SLP - 558 Dysphagia

This course covers the normal anatomy and physiology of swallowing, evaluation of disordered swallowing and management/rehabilitation of swallowing disorders. Topics include clinical and imaging evaluations with special emphasis on videofluoroscopic swallow study procedures and analysis and evidenced-based rehabilitation protocols and adjunctive modalities. Swallowing disorders in various populations across the age span are discussed. Prerequisites: SLP-523L and SLP-537L. Offered: spring. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 3