Dr. Catriona M. Steele, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, BRS-S, S-LP(C), Reg. CASLPO
The Dysphagia EMG online training 6-hour real time online class covers the
use of SEMG rehabilitation for swallowing muscle re-education and training in
dysphagia (swallowing impairment). A normal swallow involves a complex sequence
of muscle contraction across 25 pairs of muscles in the upper aerodigestive
tract. Five cranial nerves play a major role in the neural control of
this sequence. SEMG biofeedback helps participants become aware of the pattern
(strength and timing) of floor-of-mouth muscle contraction in a normal swallow.
The 6 hours of instruction in this class are divided into four 90-minute
online lectures. The class is designed to help newcomers to SEMG biofeedback
understand how this tool has been used to assist patients to practice specific
swallowing exercises in their rehabilitation programs. Evidence regarding the
use of this technique in patients with neurogenic dysphagia is reviewed. Data
from prior case studies are demonstrated and participants are coached in using
the software to collect their own swallowing signals. Participants receive student
notes that include details on how to use the latest technology and techniques.
Speech Language Pathologists will find the software included in the suite allows
them to apply the concepts of biofeedback training to dysphagia rehabilitation
planning. Developed by Catriona Steele, Ph.D., the software is based on
the latest research led by the Swallowing Rehabilitation Research Lab at the
prestigious Toronto Rehab Institute in Ontario, Canada. Dr. Steele has designed
a standardized dysphagia treatment protocol involving Effortful Swallows and
Mendelsohn Maneuvers for patients who present with radiographically confirmed
pharyngeal residue (i.e., incomplete clearance of food or liquid from the throat
during swallowing) related to a recent stroke or acquired brain injury.The software
suite includes information on the use of the biofeedback training and review
screens, and how to analyze swallowing EMG signals. The suite contains data
from four different clients, each with a different set of problems that were
addressed using SEMG biofeedback. This allows participants to replay sessions
with different training screens and practice how to use the training and review
screens and the protocols.
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$299.99
