Podcasts about vfss

In this week's episode Professional Practice Advisor, Jess Kaplonyi, speaks with Dr Shana Taubert about Videofluoroscopic Swallow Studies (VFSS) and SPA's newly published guideline. They discuss speech pathologist-led VFSS, the shortage of contrast agents, culturally safe studies, and the future of videofluoroscopy. Resources: SPA Practice Guideline Videofluoroscopic swallow study (members only): https://www.speechpathologyaustralia.org.au/resource?resource=964 Australian Radiation Protection And Nuclear Safety Agency [ARPANSA] (2008). Radiation protection of the patient: https://www.arpansa.gov.au/our-services/training/radiation-protection-of-the-patient Warren-Forward, H., Mathisen, B., Best, S., Boxsell, P., Finlay, J., Heasman, A., Hodis, D., Morgan, C., & Nixon, J. (2008). Australian speech-language pathologists' knowledge and practice of radiation protection while performing videofluoroscopic swallowing studies. Dysphagia, 23(4), 371-377. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00455-008-9151-6 Swallowing Rehabilitation Research Laboratory. (n.d.-b). Barium calculator. https://steeleswallowinglab.ca/srrl/best-practice/barium-recipes/iddsi-barium-calculator/ Swallowing Rehabilitation Research Laboratory. (n.d.-c). Instruction manual for ASPEKT-C method. https://steeleswallowinglab.ca/srrl/wp-content/uploads/ASPEKT-C-Instructions-for-Website-V1.0-Nov-18-2019.pdf Speech Pathology Australia acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of lands, seas and waters throughout Australia, and pay respect to Elders past and present. We recognise that the health and social and emotional wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are grounded in continued connection to culture, country, language and community and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. Free access to audio transcripts for all Speak Up Podcast episodes are available via the Association's Learning Hub, you will need to sign in or create an account. 1. Go to: www.speechpathologyaustralia.org.au/Public/…e616542. 2. Filter – Format – Podcast – Search 3. Select the podcast of your choice 4. Enroll (you will need to sign in or create an account) 5. Add to cart – Proceed to checkout – Submit 6. You will receive an email Order Confirmation with a link back to the Learning Hub 7. The Podcast and transcript will be available in your Learning Centre For further enquiries, please email learninghub@speechpathologyaustralia.org.au

In this episode, Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Olivia Brooks (University of Florida Shands Hospital) shares her experience performing inpatient fiberoptic endoscopic evaluation of swallowing (FEES) with host Dr. Gopi Shah. First, Olivia reviews the presentation of swallowing disorders in infants. She explains differences between the two most common swallowing tests: videofluoroscopic swallow study (VFSS) and (FEES). Then, she reviews how she uses patient comorbidities and the physical exam to select the appropriate test for each infant. Underscoring the importance of collaboration across care teams, she describes her role performing swallow studies in the NICU and pediatric CVICU. She then shares tips on equipment, ergonomics, and teamwork while performing bedside FEES. The podcast wraps with her advice about working on an interprofessional team to care for children with swallowing disorders. --- CHECK OUT OUR SPONSOR Karl Storz Tele Pack https://www.karlstorz.com/ --- SHOW NOTES 00:00 - Introduction 06:26 - The Importance of a Comprehensive Evaluation 13:00 - Choosing Between VFSS & FEES 22:44 - The Evolution of Inpatient Bedside FEES 31:27 - The Role of Speech Pathologists in Swallow Assessment 33:23 - Collaboration between Speech Pathologists & Otolaryngologists 35:31 - Developing Safety Protocols for Bedside FEES 41:21 - Equipment for Bedside FEES 53:20 - Differences between the NICU and the CVICU 01:00:03 - Final Thoughts and Advice Regarding Swallow Studies --- RESOURCES KARL STORZ ENT Products: https://www.karlstorznetwork1.com/ent Olivia Brooks CCC-SLP's UF Profile https://ufhealth.org/doctors/olivia-a-brooks/bio

So a patient walks into a fluoroscopy suite, points to their throat, and says “I have trouble swallowing.” You do the VFSS, and their oropharynx looks…okay! Maybe even within normal limits! Now what? *The esophagus has entered the chat* In this podcast episode, Theresa Richard interviews Dr. Watts, a speech-language pathologist, researcher, and clinician scientist at the University of South Florida known for her work with esophageal dysphagia.  Get the show notes: https://syppodcast.com/293 The passion for esophageal dysphagia [00:02:19] The development of the REST protocol [00:03:30] Future research and expansion of the REST protocol [00:06:06] The nature of modified barium swallow [00:10:17] Screening protocol and next steps [00:11:23] Importance of multidisciplinary team [00:13:58] The implementation of esophageal dysphagia education [00:19:58] The prevalence of esophageal dysphagia and the need for further investigation [00:20:59] The importance of counseling and referrals in dysphagia management [00:23:06] The Art and Science of Fluoroscopy [00:29:04] Standardized Protocol for Reporting Results [00:30:18] Describing Aberrant Movement and Reporting Failed Screening [00:31:19] The post 293 – The Esophagus Has Entered the Chat: Understanding and Addressing Esophageal Dysphagia with Dr. Watts appeared first on Swallow Your Pride Podcast.

The Therapy Insights Resource Roadmap Show is a monthly talk show all about the new content we release every month- from therapy materials to eval tools to patient education handouts and more. Join us as we discuss how to use these resources and we discuss various approaches to clinical cases.00:00 - WelcomeWelcome to episode 05 of the Resource Roadmap Show!01:28 - Clinical Resource: IDDSI Level 7 (Regular Easy to Chew) The International Dysphagia Diet Initiative (IDDSI) level seven is for modified solids called “Regular Easy to Chew.” This material provides information for patients and their caregivers on this consistency's characteristics, why it may be recommended, ways to test it at home, and helpful recommendations for preparation.https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/clinical-resource-iddsi-level-7-regular-easy-to-chew07:03 - Glossary of Terminology in Chest X-Rays Reports for the SLPThis resource provides labels of structures on chest x-rays and a glossary of terminology used in reports important for the SLP.https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/glossary-of-terminology-in-chest-x-rays-reports-for-the-slp13:50 - The Role of Speech Therapy with Head and Neck CancerThis resource is designed for patients who have received a diagnosis of head and neck cancer and may not be aware of how a speech-language pathologist can help them on their journey.https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/the-role-of-speech-therapy-with-head-and-neck-cancer23:18 - Dysphagia, voice problems, and pain in head and neck cancer patients (2021)https://therapyinsights.com/article-snapshots/dysphagia-voice-problems-and-pain-in-head-and-neck-cancer-patients-202127:13 - Videofluoroscopic Swallow Study (VFSS) Presentation Checklist and NotesThis resource provides an SLP with a checklist of areas to consider and make a note of before and during a videofluoroscopic swallow study (VFSS).https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/videofluoroscopic-swallow-study-vfss-presentation-checklist-and-notes35:13 - Treatment of Wernicke's AphasiaThis resource provides guidance for treating receptive language impairment, a cornerstone impairment for a person with Wernicke's aphasia.https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/treatment-of-wernickes-aphasia47:48 - Auditory training changes temporal lobe connectivity in ‘Wernicke's aphasia': a randomised trial (2017)https://therapyinsights.com/article-snapshots/auditory-training-changes-temporal-lobe-connectivity-in-wernickes-aphasia-a-randomised-trial-201752:32 - Case StudyTegan is an SLP who works in a large facility that offers inpatient rehabilitation as well as long-term care. She started the job a few weeks ago and notices a lack of oral care throughout the facility, which is particularly alarming for the patients on her caseload who are at risk for respiratory compromise when eating and drinking. Tegan documents the need for oral care as well as instructions, but does not see follow through. She attempts to build relationships with the nurses, but learns that there is not currently a precedent for amicable relationships between SLPs and nurses in the facility, with a growing divide between the two teams. When they approach their colleagues about the issue, their SLP colleagues respond with frustration towards the nursing staff, stating that they never listen or follow through.53:44 - Oral Care and Aspiration PneumoniaHandout to provide to staff, patients, and family to help communicate the importance of oral care to prevent aspiration pneumonia.https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/oral-care-and-aspiration-pneumonia/56:08 - Oral Care Staff Cue CardsThese four cue cards are designed to remind staff to follow aspiration precautions. Card #1: Complete oral care before serving a meal. #2: Complete oral care after meals. #3: Put dentures in before a meal. #4: Assist with oral care before bed.https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/oral-care-staff-cue-cards/01:02:24 - Oral Care and Overall HealthOral care continues to be one of the most powerful preventative cares in rehabilitation and long-term care settings. This handout describes the latest research showing the effect that oral care can have on overall health, including brain function, heart longevity, and diabetes management.https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/oral-care-and-overall-health/

The Therapy Insights Resource Roadmap Show is a monthly talk show all about the new content we release every month- from therapy materials to eval tools to patient education handouts and more. Join us as we discuss how to use these resources and we discuss various approaches to clinical cases.00:00 - WelcomeWelcome to episode  of the Resource Roadmap Show!01:55 - Apple Watch Safety FeaturesThis handout explains the safety features of the Apple Watch, a socially acceptable wearable technology.  https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resource/apple-watch-safety-features07:05 - Information Processing Speed Following Brain Injury (Based on INCOG 2.0 Recommendations)Information processing speed is related to the complex and multidimensional constructs of attention. This material describes two options to compensate for or treat slowed processing speed often seen following brain injury or other neurodegenerative disorders.https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resource/information-processing-speed-following-brain-injury-based-on-incog-2-0-recommendations12:05 - INCOG 2.0 Guidelines for Cognitive Rehabilitation Following Traumatic Brain Injury, Part II: Attention and Information Processing Speed (2023)https://therapyinsights.com/article-snapshots/incog-2-0-guidelines-for-cognitive-rehabilitation-following-traumatic-brain-injury-part-ii-attention-and-information-processing-speed-202320:15 - Dysphagia and Parkinson's DiseaseSwallowing problems are common for people with Parkinson's disease. However, it is underreported in the early stages. This handout explains the swallowing symptoms people with Parkinson's disease can experience. https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resource/dysphagia-and-parkinsons-disease23:09 - Characterizing Quality of Life in Caregivers of People with Parkinson's Disease and Dysphagia (2021)https://therapyinsights.com/article-snapshots/characterizing-quality-of-life-in-caregivers-of-people-with-parkinsons-disease-and-dysphagia-202129:15 - Visual Action Therapy for Global AphasiaVisual Action Therapy (VAT) is a treatment approach for aphasia when a person has global impairments of all language modalities. It incorporates training use of gestures for non-verbal communication of wants and needs.https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resource/visual-action-therapy-for-global-aphasia38:32 - Comparing a Videofluoroscopic Swallow Study and EsophagramA Videofluoroscopic Swallow Study (VFSS) and esophagram are helpful tools for evaluating a person's swallowing function. This handout explains the similarities and differences to help determine which one may be more appropriate. https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resource/comparing-a-videofluoroscopic-swallow-study-and-esophagram44:16 - Case StudyJim is a 24 year old male who sustained a TBI during a motor vehicle accident in which he was a bicyclist riding his bike alone at night with no lights or visibility stripes. He was not wearing a helmet. He was in a coma for 3 weeks and then began inpatient rehab. It has been two years since his injury and he is frustrated with his progress in therapy. He is physically fit and has mostly reached his PT goals. However, he finds it difficult to focus at work, frequently getting distracted and losing his train of thought. He's thinking about becoming a respiratory therapist because he's good with machines and people, but he doesn't know if he can focus enough to study for tests. His physiatrist is recommending speech therapy but he is skeptical because he doesn't see how speech therapy relates to being able to study. 46:14 - Considerations for Return to Work/School After Brain InjuryReturning to work/school is usually a primary goal for the brain injury survivor. This handout discusses areas the person and their team should consider as they plan a supportive return to work/school environment.https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/considerations-for-return-to-work-school-after-brain-injury/49:45 - Speech Therapy and the BrainHandout illustrating the cognitive-linguistic scope of practice for speech-language pathologists. This handout describes a brief history of the field and breaks down the following cognitive-linguistic therapy targets: Initiation, anticipation, sequencing, impulse control, attention, memory, planning, organization, problem solving, visuospatial processing.https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/speech-therapy-and-the-brain/51:55 - Strategies for Executive Function DysfunctionThis handout provides ten compensatory strategies to help support executive function skills after a brain injury.https://therapyinsights.com/clinical-resources/strategies-for-executive-function-dysfunction/

Join us today as we approach the topic of dysphagia; an issue that is very prevalent especially in our elderly, inpatient populations. Take a break from the usual medical approaches, and find out more about how our very specialized speech therapists approach and address the issue of dysphagia.We are very fortunate to have with us Ms Wong Seng Mun, Senior Principal Speech Therapist from the Singapore General Hospital, to guide us through dysphagia, and swallowing assessments ranging from bedside tests, to videofluoroscopic swallowing studies (VFSS), and even Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES).   Many thanks to our guest host, Dr Valerie Yeap for taking the time off to organise this episode! 

Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) has been an instrumental tool used in adult intensive care units for many years. Adult intensivists have had education, training, and exposure to FEES to assess oropharyngeal physiology and direct appropriate treatment plans. Pediatric intensivists and neonatologists have had limited exposure to FEES and typically use videofluroscopic swallow studies (VFSS) as the gold standard for assessing dysphagia in infants. The purpose of this presentation is to review the role of FEES in a level three neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) and pediatric cardiac intensive care unit (PCVICU). Physician perceptions and education/training provided to the critical care nurse will be discussed at length, including an online survey that was completed by pediatric intensivists, neonatologists, and nurses about the role of FEES and safety of FEES with infants. Show Notes and Links: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3e37 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/speech-uncensored/message

Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) has been an instrumental tool used in adult intensive care units for many years. Adult intensivists have had education, training, and exposure to FEES to assess oropharyngeal physiology and direct appropriate treatment plans. Pediatric intensivists and neonatologists have had limited exposure to FEES and typically use videofluroscopic swallow studies (VFSS) as the gold standard for assessing dysphagia in infants. The purpose of this presentation is to review the role of FEES in a level three neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) and pediatric cardiac intensive care unit (PCVICU). Physician perceptions and education/training provided to the critical care nurse will be discussed at length, including an online survey that was completed by pediatric intensivists, neonatologists, and nurses about the role of FEES and safety of FEES with infants. Show Notes and Links: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3e37 Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/speech-uncensored/message

We've all heard the debate about VFSS and FEES, but what if I told you that many patients benefit from BOTH evaluations? (Yes, you read that right!) In this week's episode, we discuss using FEES and VFSS as complimentary examinations, implementing critical thinking skills to personalize dysphagia evaluation and treatment, transitioning from gold to the platinum standard of care, and more! This is one you won't want to miss.  To share your thoughts: - Join the MedSLP Newbies Facebook group- Share this episode on Facebook or Twitter To help out the show: - Leave a review on iTunes. Your comments help me immensely and I just might read it on the show! - Contribute at patreon.com/swallowyourpride Download Ep. 126 Show Notes! This Month’s Featured Affiliates: If you like our work, support us on Patreon for as little as a dollar a month! Previous Next Previous Next

How important is the recommendation section of our VFSS or FEES reports? Sure we can train a monkey to identify penetration or aspiration, but it takes a solid foundation in understanding dysphagia, aspiration, pneumonia, and the impact of diet modifications before one should even consider thinking they are prepared to perform instrumental assessments.In this episode, Matt Ward is back for part 3 of his interview to discuss how our recommendations can help our patients or hold them back from reaching their full potential, and it's vital that we are well educated on the impact that all of our recommendations can have.To share your thoughts:- Join the MedSLP Newbies Facebook group- Share this episode on Facebook or TwitterTo help out the show:- Leave a review on iTunes. Your comments help me immensely and I just might read it on the show!- Contribute at patreon.com/swallowyourprideInterested in learning more about report writing and documentation? Check out our webinar on 4/24/18 at 8pm EST that is FREE to all members of the MedSLPCollective. Go to www.MedSLPCollective.com to sign up! (And yes it will be recorded in case you can't catch it live!)To learn more about the Medical SLP Collective, an exclusive community for Medical SLPs with new peer-reviewed resources, handouts, and videos distributed weekly, monthly ASHA CEU webinars, and a private forum on Facebook, or on the website to get answers to all of your burning clinical questions, check out MedSLPCollective.com Download Ep. 038 Show Notes! Download Ep. 038 Transcript This Month’s Featured Affiliates: If you like our work, support us on Patreon for as little as a dollar a month! Previous Next Previous Next

010 - Catriona Steele Ph.D., CCC-SLP, F-ASHA - The International Dysphagia Diet Standardization Initiative Framework, IDDSI Flow Test, & Skill-Based Training For Rehabilitating the Swallow.The International Dysphagia Diet Standardization Initiative (IDDSI.org) Framework, The IDDSI Flow Test, and Skill-Based Training For Rehabilitating the Swallow.Dr. Catriona Steele is an incredible, internationally known, ASHA Fellow who is currently a researcher at the Toronto Rehab Institute. She had 10 years of experience as a medical SLP before pursuing her PhD, and she is still very much involved at the clinical level in our field. Dr. Steele has over 80 peer-reviewed publications, and has presented as an invited lecturer in Europe, Japan, China, Austrialia, and she actually just returned from the World Dysphagia Summit and European Society for Swallowing Disorders, so she does give us some scoop from that!Dr, Steele is one of the main key players in the International Dysphagia Diet Standardized Initiative also known as IDDSI. She also has received international recognition for her work on tongue functioning in the swallow. Dr. Steele has a 2-part series on Medbridge right now about tongue pressure resistance training, so feel free to check that out, and also one of my most favorite series on MedBridge is her 5-part series about best practices in VFSS, so if you're a Medbridge member check that out, if not, you can purchase that annual membership for unlimited CEUs for only 95$ with promo code SYP, so head over to medbridgeeducation.com and purchase that SLP education plan with promo code SYP to watch Dr.Steele’s awesome CEU videos on lingual resistance and videofluoroscopy.In this episode, we discuss the importance of IDDSI and standardizations amongst thickened liquids and texture modifications, we discuss skill based training, and the importance of rehabbing the swallow, as well as we get to hear about some of Dr. Steele’s mentors and who's work has really inspired her.To learn more about the Medical SLP Collective, an exclusive community for Medical SLPs with new peer-reviewed resources, handouts, and videos distributed weekly, monthly ASHA CEU webinars, and a private forum on Facebook, or on the website to get answers to all of your burning clinical questions, check out MedSLPCollective.com Download Ep. 010 Show Notes! This Month’s Featured Affiliates: If you like our work, support us on Patreon for as little as a dollar a month! Previous Next Previous Next

Tonight we featured a live session with Marian and Steve from the Vancouver Folk Song Society. They talked about the Society and regaled us with a few folk songs. Learn more about the VFSS at www.folksongsociety.org. Also featured a few cuts from Geoff Berner's fine new klezmer album "Victory Party". His CD release party takes place March 12 at the W.I.S.E. Hall.Take care all and umm, happy Lent?peace, valfolkoasis@gmail.com