How Can Voice Exercises Improve Swallowing?
Normally, swallowing is a well timed and orchestrated event. During the swallow, as food is propelled towards the opening to the esophagus, various valves are closing, including the vocal folds(cords) to provide protection to the airway. At the moment we swallow, breathing stops, to further protect our airway, and resumes after a brief pause. When the strength and timing of the swallow is impaired, when valves, such as the vocal folds, are not working correctly, or when breathing problems limit the ability to hold the breath, the result may be a swallowing problem, including aspiration of foods or liquid.
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- How Can Voice Exercises Improve Swallowing?
