“Goal at the end of the day is to help each child find the internal motivation to eat enough to GROW. . . not because they were forced to”  Marsha Dunn Klein

What is Dysphagia? Dysphagia refers to difficulty in swallowing. Symptoms include:

* Child refusing food or avoids food that requires chewing

* Food spills out of mouth

* Food remains in cheeks

* Child claims that the food  ” Gets stuck” or “Won’t go down”

* Coughing, gagging or chewing during or after a swallow

* Nasal regurgitation

* Respiratiory changes

* Drooling

* Excessive decreations

* Frequent/ Recurrent pneumonia

If your child is experiencing any of the above symptoms, consult a Feeding Specialist. Your physician may recommend a Modified Barium Swallow Study.

What is Food Aversion? A child you exhibits food aversions may be characterized as one who only eats specific food items. The food may be similiar in:

1. Color

2. Texture

3. Taste (salty, sweet, sour)

Food Aversion and Acid Reflux, is there a connection? YES!!! Reflux may be the starting point for the aversion. Espophagitis will impact the desire to eat. Managing the reflux is KEY.

VERY IMPORTANT FACT: Force feeding a child NEVER WORKS.

For further information regarding Dysphagia or Food Aversion, please contact one of our Feeding Specialists at 602-547-6996 for an appointment.

We are proud to offer Speech ,Occupational, and Physical Therapy Services. We service children of all ages with a variety of needs. We can provide you with multiple appointment times and FLEXIBILITY with our friendly scheduler. Our caring office staff will coordinate with your Physican/Support Coordinator/ your Insurance Provider. Our therapists are “Simply the Best”. They will provide innovative therapy techniques for your child to grow and learn. Our 5000 square foot facility consists of many tools including: sensory swings; stairs; trampolenes; sensory tables and LOTS of Educational Toys your child can engage in while in therapy. Parents have the opportunity to be involved in all therapy sessions while allowing privacy with your therapist to discuss any concerns.

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