Swallowing disorders affect patients across all age groups, from infants with feeding difficulties to older adults facing age-related changes. Whether you're a speech-language pathologist, occupational therapist, or medical professional working with dysphagia patients, this comprehensive guide provides the tools you need to make confident diagnostic and treatment decisions.
This third edition goes beyond basic information, helping you develop strong clinical reasoning skills through evidence-based practice. The authors, experienced speech-language pathology educators, present complex topics in an accessible way that bridges the gap between classroom learning and clinical application. Each chapter includes learning objectives, chapter outlines, and bullet-point summaries to help you master key content efficiently.
Enhance your understanding with practical learning tools designed to prepare you for clinical settings. Case histories present realistic situations that challenge your critical thinking, while thought-provoking questions help reinforce your knowledge. Video clips on the Evolve companion website show you actual swallowing disorders in action, giving you visual reference points for what you'll encounter in practice.
Stay up-to-date with the latest advances in dysphagia management. This edition features a new chapter on Aging and Dysphagia, examining the growing evidence that older adults living at home may be at risk without obvious underlying disease. The Treatment for Adults chapter has been thoroughly revised, and all content reflects the most current research and clinical approaches in the field.
Whether you're studying for exams or preparing for patient care, this guide serves as an essential reference. The new Clinical Pearls highlight critical information you need to know, while updated references ensure you're working with the most current evidence. This isn't just a textbook—it's a practical resource that supports your clinical decision-making every day.
