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Swallowing and Dysphagia Therapy

Expert dysphagia and swallowing therapy for adults with neurological conditions, stroke,

Parkinson’s, head and neck cancer and other swallowing disorders in South Jersey.

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What is dysphagia? ​

Dysphagia is a medical term for difficulty or pain when swallowing food, liquids, medication, or saliva. Swallowing disorders involve the oral, pharyngeal, and/or esophageal phase. 

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Signs you may need

swallowing therapy:

  • Difficulty chewing

  • Coughing or throat clearing when eating

  • Complaints of pain when swallowing

  • Difficulty coordinating breathing and swallowing

  • History of aspiration pneumonia/respiratory infection and/or fever

  • Avoiding certain foods/drinks

  • Weight loss, malnutrition, or dehydration from not being able to eat enough

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Conditions we treat

  • Stroke

  • Parkinson's

  • Neurological disorders

  • Head & neck cancer

  • TBI

  • Other acquired swallowing disorders

Our Swallowing Approach

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AmpCare/NMES

The Ampcare Effective Swallowing Protocol (ESP™), an innovative treatment that combines neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES), targeted exercises, and expert clinical judgment to strengthen the muscles used for swallowing.

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Need more than weekly therapy?

Intensive Therapy Program

Focused, intensive speech and swallowing therapy designed to help adults make meaningful progress toward the communication, cognitive, and swallowing goals that matter most in everyday life.

Limited enrollment • South Jersey + Philadelphia region • Select programs available virtually
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