Adult Dysphagia Pocket Guide

The second edition ofThe Adult Dysphagia Pocket Guide: Neuroanatomy to Clinical Practiceremains a concise, easily portable reference guide designed specifically for the dysphagia clinician. It centers on the clinical application of normal and abnormal swallowing physiology as it relates to cranial nerves, muscles, and innervations. The text merges clinical neurophysiology of the swallow directly to the assessment and treatment of dysphagia to provide quick access to key clinical information and solutions for clinicians as they complete their swallowing assessments. This book serves as a "quick reference" that answers the need for a practical guide that new clinicians, graduate students, and even seasoned clinicians can carry with them and readily access while they are completing their evaluations. It is a must-have resource for any speech-language pathologist treating dysphagia. New to the Second Edition Expanded information on muscle fiber types found in the intrinsic and extrinsic lingual muscles as well as the muscles of mastication Includes updated references to reflect the most current research and clinical practices Sturdier new spiral-bound design Reorganized chapter and tables on cranial nerve exam and swallowing outcome measures Key Features Compact, yet portable design Succinct, yet thorough evidence-based information Clinically relevant charts and tables make information easy to find "Clinician's note" and "research to practice" boxes provide practical and useful tips for clinicians