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Course Description

This interactive forum will discuss the basics of exercise physiology and how these concepts are applied to the treatment of dysphagia. This discussion will include an analysis of exercises available to the treating clinician and how to gain the most impact in therapy. Diet progression will also be discussed as a means for remediation of the muscle dysfunction.

Course Requirements:
  • Computer with internet and working speakers/sound are required for this course.
  • Course must be completed within 30 days of activation (activate course within 6 months of purchase).
  • An online multiple-choice quiz (80% passing score) and submission of an online evaluation form are required for successful completion.
  • A certificate of completion will be available to print immediately after course is successfully completed.
  • SLPs - ASHA CEUs may be obtained by completing the online ASHA form and checking the "Report to ASHA" box.

AOTA Classification Codes
Domain of OT: Client Factors, Context and Environment
OT Process: Intervention

Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Describe the basics of exercise physiology as it applies to dysphagia therapy.
  • Give examples of exercises designed for dysphagia intervention to help effectively design a treatment program.
  • Explain the role of modified diets and progression of textures.

Mary Nylin

M.A. CCC-SLP

Mary is the former Senior Clinical Specialist in the VitalStim Division for Chattanooga Group supporting and educating physician groups, administrators and SLPs on Dysphagia management and the implementation of Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation in Dysphagia therapy. This role also included active work with research, education, and new product development. Mary is one of a select few Certified VitalStim Instructors. She has taught over 300 courses in dysphagia and MBS interpretation. She previously worked at Baptist Memorial Hospital Rehabilitation in the Inpatient, Outpatient and Pediatric departments. Mary was instrumental in developing the Dysphagia program in the outpatient department and the speech department of the Pediatric Rehab. She serves as a knowledgeable resource in Dysphagia to therapists around the country.

Financial Disclosure: Mary receives honoraria from CIAO Seminars for the presentation of her live courses and royalties for the purchase of her recorded courses.
Non-Financial Disclosure: Mary uses VitalStim Therapy in her clinical practice.

Contact hours pre-approved for:

  • 0.2 CEUs (2.0 Hours) SLPs, OTs
  • CIAO is an AOTA Approved Provider #4119 (OT/COTAs)
  • CIAO is an ASHA Approved Provider #AAWA (SLP/SLPAs)
  • This course is offered for 0.2 ASHA CEUs (Introductory level, Professional area)
  • This course meets PDU requirements for NBCOT (2 PDUs)
  • 2.0 hours OTs in CA - Advanced Practice Swallowing #25-S9

The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.


This course is offered for 0.2 ASHA CEUs (Introductory level, Professional area)


CIAO is recognized on the NBCOT Provider Registry (meets PDU requirements for NBCOT)


Reviews

"Thank you"

- Boca Raton, FL / Dec 2013

"Learned some new things and enjoyed the course!"

- Muncie, IN / Dec 2013

"Great subject matter and research of topic!"

- Murfreesboro, TN / Nov 2013