[Dysphagia] bite reflex

[EKaye at wakemed.org (Erika Kaye)]

Sammons Preston carries them.  800-323-5547
Small:  Item #C9202-73 
Large:  Item #C9202-74
 
 

Our pricing is different then the listed price but they are aound $8.50
for 10


>>> "Pasekoff, Deanna" <pasekoffde@upmc.edu> 8/5/04 9:58:05 AM >>>

Are Maroon Spoons still available???

Deanna Pasekoff, M.A. CCC/SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist

UPMC South Side
412-488-5673

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Subject: Re: [Dysphagia] bite reflex


Naomi,
To add to Irene's comments, I would use an extremely firm plastic spoon
or perhaps even better a plastic coated metal spoon (avoid metal as it
can damage the teeth when chomped on, although a too thin plastic can be
bitten in half).  Place a bit of firm downward pressure on the tongue
with the back of the spoon to "announce" the presence of the bolus, this
may encourage a more normal mouth closure pattern.
    Also, consult your OT and PT team members about positioning.  Good
proximal trunk, neck, and limb  position at mealtime may help to
mitigate the bite reflex to some extent.  Good luck,
Wendy 





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> Hi all, 
> Recently evaluated MR pt with recent CVA. Now has strong bite reflex
(apparently 
> new) that is interfering significantly with PO intake as well as oral
care. Some 
> oral stage swallow impairment but would certainly be able to manage
some oral 
> intake safely if we could bypass immediate bite. Any suggestions? 
> Thanks in advance, 
> Naomi 
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