Adult Swallowing

Swallowing Services

What is a swallowing difficulty?

A swallowing difficulty, known as 'dysphagia' can impact a persons ability to bite and chew, control food and fluid in their mouth and protect their airway from food/fluid going down the wrong way. 

How can a Speech Pathologist help?

A Speech Pathologist can assess, diagnose and provide strategies to support individuals with dysphagia and to increase safe swallowing. 

Why choose Port Stephens Speech Pathology? 

Our clinicians provide a high standard of care and have experience in a variety of settings managing dysphagia including: Rehabilitation Hospitals, Nursing Homes and Residential Care Facilities.