The Diploma in Evaluation and Intervention in Dysphagia will allow you to learn about the recent instrumental tests that make possible the agile and rigorous detection of this disease”

The severe difficulty and inability to ingest a wide range of foods has a direct impact on people suffering from various neurological diseases, significantly limiting their quality of life. Its negative impact on both patients and their loved ones has led to the emergence of cutting-edge methods to quickly detect dysphagia and, subsequently, to offer a sophisticated treatment adapted to the particularities of the condition in each individual. Due to the benefit provided by these procedures to preserve the patient's wellbeing, their in-depth knowledge is indispensable for the specialist who wishes to be constantly updated professionally.

That is why TECH has designed this Diploma, with which the student will detect the most relevant advances that have occurred with respect to the Evaluation and Intervention in Dysphagia. During 175 hours of intensive learning, you will identify the latest techniques for the elaboration of the Videofluoroscopy that allows the diagnosis of this disease or detect the methods of sensory enhancement that enable the exercise of the musculature involved in swallowing. In addition, you will update your knowledge regarding symptomatology-based treatment of Dysphagia. 

All this, following a 100% online excellent methodology, which will allow the Students to obtain an effective teaching through the elaboration of his own study schedules. You will also benefit from educational resources available in formats such as, for example, readings, explanatory video or interactive summary. In this way, you will acquire a fully effective education, available 24 hours a day, anytime, anywhere. 

It determines, by means of this qualification, which are the updated methods that allow to exercise the musculature involved in swallowing”

This Postgraduate certificate in LD Assessment and Intervention contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

• The development of case studies presented by experts in Speech Neurorehabilitation and Therapy Orofacial
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, forums for discussion of controversial issues and individual reflection papers
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

This degree has a 100% online methodology that will allow you to learn without having to depend on a series of pre-established schedules”

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the industry who contribute their work experience to this program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.  

Its multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to learn in real situations.  

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby professionals must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the program. For this purpose, the students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.   

Thanks to the study facilities offered by TECH, you will be able to perfectly combine your learning with your personal and professional life"

Through this Diploma, you will delve into the sophisticated methods of treatment of Dysphagia based on the symptomatology"

The syllabus of this Diploma has been designed with the objective of transmitting to the student, through 1 extensive and complete module, the most relevant and updated knowledge in Evaluation and Intervention in Dysphagia. In addition, the didactic contents that you will you will enjoy during the duration of this degree are available in state-of-the-art formats such as the interactive summary, the explanatory video or the self-assessment tests. As a result, the specialist will acquire a 100% online education that is resolute and compatible with his or her personal and professional obligations.

The state-of-the-art Relearning system this Diploma degree allows you to learn at your own pace limitations of”

Module 1. Assessment and Intervention in Dysphagia of Neurological Origin in Adults

1.1. Swallowing: Definition and Anatomy

1.1.1. Definition of Swallowing
1.1.2. Swallowing Anatomy: Structures

1.1.2.1. Oral Cavity
1.1.2.2. Pharynx 
1.1.2.3. Larynx
1.1.2.4. Oesophageal 

1.1.3. Swallowing Anatomy: Neurological Control 

1.1.3.1. Central Nervous System
1.1.3.2. Cranial Nerves
1.1.3.3. Autonomic Nervous System

1.2. Swallowing: The Swallowing Process

1.2.1. Phases of Swallowing

1.2.1.1. Preoral Phase 
1.2.1.2. Oral Phase 

1.2.1.2.1. Oral Preparatory Phase
1.2.1.2.2. Oral Transport Phase

1.2.1.3. Pharyngeal Phase  
1.2.1.4. Esophageal Phase 

1.2.2. Valve System 
1.2.3. Biomechanics of Swallowing

1.2.3.1. Swallowing Liquids 
1.2.3.2. Swallowing Semi-Solids
1.2.3.3. Swallowing Solids: Chewing 

1.2.4. Breathing-Swallowing Coordination

1.3. Introduction to Dysphagia

1.3.1. Definition
1.3.2. Etiology and Prevalence

1.3.2.1. Functional Causes 
1.3.2.2. Organic Causes 

1.3.3. Classification

1.3.3.1. Types of Dysphagia
1.3.3.2. Severity of Dysphagia

1.3.4. Structural Dysphagia vs. Neurogenic Dysphagia
1.3.5. Signs and Symptoms of Dysphagia
1.3.6. Safety and Efficacy Concepts

1.3.6.1. Safety Complications 
1.3.6.2. Efficacy Complications 

1.3.7. Brain Damage Dysphagia
1.3.8. Dysphagia in the Elderly

1.4. Medical Assessment of Dysphagia

1.4.1.  Medical Anamnesis 
1.4.2.  Scales of Assessment and Screening

1.4.2.1. EAT-10
1.4.2.2. V-VST. Volume-Viscosity Swallow Test

1.4.2.2.1. How to Perform the V-VST 
1.4.2.2.2. Useful Tips when Using V.-VST 

1.4.3. Instrumental Tests 

1.4.3.1. Fibroendoscopy (FEES)
1.4.3.2. Videofluoroscopy (VFS)
1.4.3.3. Fibroendoscopy vs. Videofluoroscopy 
1.4.3.4. Pharyngoesophageal Manometry 

1.5. Speech Therapy Assessment of Dysphagia

1.5.1. Anamnesis 
1.5.2. General Patient Assessment

1.5.2.1. Physical Examination 
1.5.2.2. Cognitive Examination 

1.5.3. Clinical Patient Exploration

1.5.3.1. Structural Assessment 
1.5.3.2. Oral Motor and Sensory Examination
1.5.3.3. Cranial Nerves Assessment
1.5.3.4. Reflex Assessment 
1.5.3.5. Exploring Swallowing by Phases (without Bolus)
1.5.3.6. Using Auscultation and Sound Assessment
1.5.3.7. Respiratory and Phonation Assessment

1.5.4. Tracheostomy Patient Assessment
1.5.5. Severity and Quality of Life Scales

1.6. Assessment of Nutritional Status

1.6.1. Importance of Nutrition
1.6.2. Screening Scales in Nutrition

1.6.2.1. Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool (MUST)
1.6.2.2. Mini Nutritional Assessment (MNA)
1.6.2.3. Nutritional Risk Screening 2002 (NRS 2002)

1.6.3. Nutritional Assessment 
1.6.4. Malnourishment 
1.6.5. Dehydration 
1.6.6. Nutritional Supplements 
1.6.7. Alternatives to Oral Feeding

1.6.7.1. Enteral Nutrition

1.6.7.1.1. Naso/Oroenteral Tube Nutrition
1.6.7.1.2. Nutrition by Gastrostomy
1.6.7.1.3. Comparing Types of Enteral Nutrition

1.6.7.2. Parenteral Nutrition 

1.7. Rehabilitation of Dysphagia with compensatory techniques

1.7.1. Rehabilitation Treatment Objectives
1.7.2. Postural Techniques 
1.7.3. Consistency Modifications 
1.7.4. Modifying Intake Volume and Speed
1.7.5. Modifying Food at the Perceptual Level
1.7.6. New Textures 
1.7.7. Adapting Utensils for Intake
1.7.8. Guidelines for Patients and Family

1.7.8.1. Adaptation to Surroundings
1.7.8.2. Drug Administration 
1.7.8.3. Oral Hygiene 

1.8. Dysphagia Rehabilitation Using Rehabilitation Techniques I

1.8.1. Inclusion/Exclusion Criteria in Treatments Using Rehabilitation Techniques 
1.8.2. Swallowing Maneuvers 
1.8.3. Techniques to Exercise Swallowing Musculature

1.8.3.1. Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy

1.8.3.1.1. Soft Tissues Manipulation
1.8.3.1.2. Sensory Enhancement Techniques
1.8.3.1.3. Specific Exercises 

1.8.3.1.3.1. Tongue 
1.8.3.1.3.2. Lips/Buccinator Muscles
1.8.3.1.3.3. Masticatory Muscles 
1.8.3.1.3.4. Palatal Veil 

1.8.3.2. Techniques to Stimulate Swallowing Reflex
1.8.3.3. Bolus Propulsion Exercises
1.8.3.4. Laryngeal Elevation (Hyoid Excursion) Exercises
1.8.3.5. Exercises to Improve Glottic Closure

1.9. Dysphagia Rehabilitation Using Rehabilitation Techniques II

1.9.1. Dysphagia Treatment based on Symptomatology
1.9.2. Breathing Treatment 
1.9.3. Positioning: 
1.9.4. Diet Implementation 
1.9.5. Use of Botulinum Toxin
1.9.6. Neuromuscular Bandaging 

1.9.6.1. Rigid Bandages 
1.9.6.2. Flexible Bandages 

1.9.7. Electrotherapy in Swallowing
1.9.8. New Technologies

1.10. Useful Content for Speech Therapists Working in Dysphagia

1.10.1. CPR in Diet
1.10.2. Diet Rheology
1.10.3. Additional Information

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