Group I received neuromuscular electric stimulation sessions on the neck one hour daily for 12 weeks. However, there are times when a prescription, referral, or medical clearance from the students primary care physician or other health care provider is indicated, such as when the student. has had a recent choking incident and has required emergency care, is suspected of having aspirated food or liquid into the lungs, and/or. Members of the dysphagia team may vary across settings. Journal of Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 23(5), 297303. They were divided into two equal groups according to the rehabilitation programs they received. Update on eating disorders: Current perspectives on avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder in children and youth. Neuromuscular electrical and thermal-tactile stimulation for dysphagia caused by stroke: a. https://doi.org/10.1002/ppul.20488, Lefton-Greif, M. A., McGrattan, K. E., Carson, K. A., Pinto, J. M., Wright, J. M., & Martin-Harris, B. A. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.earlhumdev.2008.12.003. https://doi.org/10.1002/ddrr.17. Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics of North America, 19(4), 837851. J Rehabil Med 2009; 41: 174-178 Correspondence address: Kil-Byung Lim, Department of Reha- Decisions regarding the initiation of oral feeding are based on recommendations from the medical and therapeutic team, with input from the parent and caregivers. Supportive interventions to facilitate early feeding and/or to promote readiness for feeding include kangaroo mother care (KMC), non-nutritive sucking (NNS), oral administration of maternal milk, feeding protocols, and positioning (e.g., swaddling). Feeding strategies for children may include alternating bites of food with sips of liquid or swallowing 23 times per bite or sip. https://wayback.archive-it.org/7993/20170722060115/https://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm256250.htm, Velayutham, P., Irace, A. L., Kawai, K., Dodrill, P., Perez, J., Londahl, M., Mundy, L., Dombrowski, N. D., & Rahbar, R. (2018). Determining the appropriate procedure to use depends on what needs to be visualized and which procedure will be best tolerated by the child. The infants ability to turn the head and open the mouth (rooting) when stimulated on the lips or cheeks and to accept a pacifier into the mouth. The NICU is considered an advanced practice area, and inexperienced SLPs should be aware that additional training and competencies may be necessary. It is assumed that the incidence of feeding and swallowing disorders is increasing because of the improved survival rates of children with complex and medically fragile conditions (Lefton-Greif, 2008; Lefton-Greif et al., 2006; Newman et al., 2001) and the improved longevity of persons with dysphagia that develops during childhood (Lefton-Greif et al., 2017). The SLP plays a critical role in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), supporting and educating parents and other caregivers to understand and respond accordingly to the infants communication during feeding. an evaluation of dependence on nutritional supplements to meet dietary needs, an evaluation of independence and the need for supervision and assistance, and. Cultural, religious, and individual beliefs about food and eating practices may affect an individuals comfort level or willingness to participate in the assessment. Early introduction of oral feeding in preterm infants. Electrical stimulation uses an electrical current to stimulate the peripheral nerve. (2006). The Laryngoscope, 125(3), 746750. (2014). Administration of small amounts of maternal milk into the oral cavity of enteral tubedependent infants improves breastfeeding rates, growth, and immune-protective factors and reduces sepsis (Pados & Fuller, 2020). Chewing cycles in 2- to 8-year-old normal children: A developmental profile. The development of jaw motion for mastication. Format refers to the structure of the treatment session (e.g., group and/or individual). Scope of practice in speech-language pathology [Scope of practice]. observations of the caregivers behaviors and ability to read the childs cues as they feed the child. Time of stimulation 3-5 seconds. Taste or temperature of a food may be altered to provide additional sensory input for swallowing. Tactile and thermal hypersensitivity were assessed using von Frey filaments and the tail flick test initially, at 24 h and 48 h after administration. Children are positioned as they are typically fed at home and in a manner that avoids spontaneous or reflex movements that could interfere with the safety of the examination. (Practice Portal). Consult with families regarding safety of medical treatments, such as swallowing medication in liquid or pill form, which may be contraindicated by the disorder. Thermal tactile stimulation also, known as thermal application is one type of therapy used for the treatment of swallowing disorders. Other signs to monitor include color changes, nasal flaring, and suck/swallow/breathe patterns. Code of ethics [Ethics]. SLPs develop and typically lead the school-based feeding and swallowing team. Careful pulmonary monitoring during a modified barium swallow is essential to help determine the childs endurance over a typical mealtime. Warning signs and symptoms. Oropharyngeal dysphagia and cerebral palsy. Please enable it in order to use the full functionality of our website. 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Lefton-Greif, MA, PhD, CCC-SLP, Panayiota A. Senekkis-Florent, PhD, CCC-SLP. Disability and Rehabilitation, 30(15), 11311138. The effects of TTS on swallowing have not yet been investigated in IPD. PFD may be associated with oral sensory function (Goday et al., 2019) and can be characterized by one or more of the following behaviors (Arvedson, 2008): Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) are the preferred providers of dysphagia services and are integral members of an interprofessional team to diagnose and manage feeding and swallowing disorders. 701 et seq. oversee the day-to-day implementation of the feeding and swallowing plan and any individualized education program strategies to keep the student safe from aspiration, choking, undernutrition, or dehydration while in school. (2002). Anxiety and crying may be expected reactions to any instrumental procedure. Other benefits of KMC include temperature regulation, promotion of breastfeeding, parental empowerment and bonding, stimulation of lactation, and oral stimulation for the promotion of oral feeding ability. Use: The Swallowing Activator is used for Tactile-Thermal Stimulation (TTS) to enhance bilateral cortical and brainstem activation of the swallow. Feeding and swallowing challenges can persist well into adolescence and adulthood. See ASHAs resources on interprofessional education/interprofessional practice (IPE/IPP) and collaboration and teaming for guidance on successful collaborative service delivery across settings. A physicians order to evaluate is typically not required in the school setting; however, it is best practice to collaborate with the students physician, particularly if the student is medically fragile or under the care of a physician. Language, Speech, and Hearing Services in Schools, 31(1), 5055. Clinicians may consider the following factors when assessing feeding and swallowing disorders in the pediatric population: As infants and children grow and develop, the absolute and relative size and shape of oral and pharyngeal structures change. Please see Clinical Evaluation: Schools section below for further details. Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing. (2012). If a natural feeding process (e.g., position, caregiver involvement, and use of familiar foods) cannot be achieved, the results may not represent typical swallow function, and the study may need to be terminated, with results interpreted with caution. The long-term consequences of feeding and swallowing disorders can include. SLPs work with oral and pharyngeal implications of adaptive equipment. Pediatrics, 108(6), e106. Underlying disease state(s), chronological and developmental age of the child, social and environmental factors, and psychological and behavioral factors also affect treatment recommendations. These techniques may be used prior to or during the swallow. Some maneuvers require following multistep directions and may not be appropriate for young children and/or older children with cognitive impairments. Sensory stimulation techniques vary and may include thermaltactile stimulation (e.g., using an iced lemon glycerin swab) or tactile stimulation (e.g., using a NUK brush) applied to the tongue or around the mouth. Instrumental evaluation is conducted following a clinical evaluation when further information is needed to determine the nature of the swallowing disorder. Are there behavioral and sensory motor issues that interfere with feeding and swallowing? 0000019458 00000 n facilitating communication between team members, actively consulting with team members, and. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1469-8749.2008.03047.x, Caron, C. J. J. M., Pluijmers, B. I., Joosten, K. F. M., Mathijssen, I. M. J., van der Schroeff, M. P., Dunaway, D. J., Wolvius, E. B., & Koudstaal, M. J. In the thermo-tactile . Typical modifications may include thickening thin liquids, softening, cutting/chopping, or pureeing solid foods. TTS should be combined with other swallowing exercises or alternated between such exercises. an assessment of sucking/swallowing problems and a determination of abnormal anatomy and/or physiology that might be associated with these findings (e.g., Francis et al., 2015; Webb et al., 2013); a determination of oral feeding readiness; an assessment of the infants ability to engage in non-nutritive sucking (NNS); developmentally appropriate clinical assessments of feeding and swallowing behavior (nutritive sucking [NS]), as appropriate; an identification of additional disorders that may have an impact on feeding and swallowing; a determination of the optimal feeding method; an assessment of the duration of mealtime experience, including potential effects on oxygenation (SLP may refer to the medical team, as necessary); an assessment of issues related to fatigue and volume limitations; an assessment of the effectiveness of parent/caregiver and infant interactions for feeding and communication; and. A significant number of studies that evaluated tactile-pain interactions employed heat to evoke nociceptive responses. https://doi.org/10.1097/JPN.0000000000000082, Seiverling, L., Towle, P., Hendy, H. M., & Pantelides, J. During stimulation, participants may hear a soft buzzing or tone and experience weak tactile sensations, depending on the transducer mechanics and sonication protocol. Pediatric feeding and swallowing disorders: General assessment and intervention. Instrumental evaluation is completed in a medical setting. Neuromuscular electrical and thermal-tactile stimulation for dysphagia . https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/warning-signs-and-symptoms, Newman, L. A., Keckley, C., Petersen, M. C., & Hamner, A. Further investigative research to clarify NMES protocols and patient population is needed to optimize results. inform all members of the process for identifying and treating feeding and swallowing disorders in the schools, including the roles and responsibilities of team members; contribute to the development and implementation of the feeding and swallowing plan as well as documentation on the individualized education program and the individualized health plan; and. 0000000016 00000 n https://doi.org/10.1891/0730-0832.32.6.404, Shaker, C. S. (2013b, February 1). ASHA does not require any additional certifications to perform E-stim and urges members to follow the ASHA Code of Ethics, Principle II, Rule A which states: "Individuals who hold the Certificate of Clinical Competence shall engage in only those aspects of the professions that are within the scope of their professional practice and competence, considering their certification status, education, training, and experience" (ASHA, 2016a). Members of the Working Group on Dysphagia in Schools included Emily M. Homer (chair), Sheryl C. Amaral, Joan C. Arvedson, Randy M. Kurjan, Cynthia R. O'Donoghue, Justine Joan Sheppard, and Janet E. Brown (ASHA liaison). Long-term follow-up of oropharyngeal dysphagia in children without apparent risk factors. https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/products/databriefs/db205.htm, Brackett, K., Arvedson, J. C., & Manno, C. J. Decisions are made based on the childs needs, their familys views and preferences, and the setting where services are provided. This might involve decisions about whether the individual can safely eat an oral diet that meets nutritional needs, whether that diet needs to be modified in any way, and whether the individual needs compensatory strategies to eat the diet. Pediatric dysphagia. overall physical, social, behavioral, and communicative development, structures of the face, jaw, lips, tongue, hard and soft palate, oral pharynx, and oral mucosa, functional use of muscles and structures used in swallowing, including, headneck control, posture, oral and pharyngeal reflexes, and involuntary movements and responses in the context of the childs developmental level, observation of the child eating or being fed by a family member, caregiver, or classroom staff member using foods from the home and oral abilities (e.g., lip closure) related to, utensils that the child may reject or find challenging, functional swallowing ability, including, but not limited to, typical developmental skills and task components, such as, manipulation and transfer of the bolus, and, the ability to eat within the time allotted at school. International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health. The pharyngeal muscles are stimulated through neural pathways. Provider refers to the person providing treatment (e.g., SLP, occupational therapist, or other feeding specialist). NNS does not determine readiness to orally feed, but it is helpful for assessment. Indicators of choking risk in adults with learning disabilities: A questionnaire survey and interview study. https://doi.org/10.1044/leader.FTRI.18022013.42, Sharp, W. G., Berry, R. C., McCracken, C., Nuhu, N. N., Marvel, E., Saulnier, C. A., Klin, A., Jones, W., & Jaquess, D. L. (2013). Swallowing function and medical diagnoses in infants suspected of dysphagia. 0000088878 00000 n The prevalence of pediatric voice and swallowing problems in the United States. determine whether the child will need tube feeding for a short or an extended period of time. Deep Pharyngeal Neuromuscular Stimulation (DPNS) is a therapeutic program that restores muscle strength and reflexes within the pharynx for better swallowing. Journal of Adolescent Health, 55(1), 4952. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-7/subtitle-B/chapter-II/subchapter-A/part-210/subpart-C/section-210.10. (2008). The clinician provides families and caregivers with information about dysphagia, the purpose for the study, the test procedures, and the test environment. (Note: Lip closure is not required for infant feeding because the tongue typically seals the anterior opening of the oral cavity.). The team may consider the tube-feeding schedule, type of pump, rate, calories, and so forth. the presence or absence of apnea. 0000023632 00000 n https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/nhds/8newsborns/2010new8_numbersick.pdf [PDF], National Eating Disorders Association. The SLP frequently serves as coordinator for the team management of dysphagia. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00455-017-9834-y. (1998). https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.42.1.40, Homer, E. (2008). behavioral factors, including, but not limited to. 0000061484 00000 n International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology, 139, 110464. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijporl.2020.110464. Yet, thermal feedback is important for material discrimination and has been used to convey . Postural/position techniques redirect the movement of the bolus in the oral cavity and pharynx and modify pharyngeal dimensions. Consistent with the World Health Organizations (WHO) International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health framework (ASHA, 2016a; WHO, 2001), a comprehensive assessment is conducted to identify and describe. 0000061360 00000 n https://doi.org/10.1542/peds.110.3.517, Snyder, R., Herdt, A., Mejias-Cepeda, N., Ladino, J., Crowley, K., & Levy, P. (2017). Pediatric Pulmonology, 41(11), 10401048. Infants cannot verbally describe their symptoms, and children with reduced communication skills may not be able to adequately do so. consideration of the infants ability to obtain sufficient nutrition/hydration across settings (e.g., hospital, home, day care setting). Students who do not qualify for IDEA services and have swallowing and feeding disorders may receive services through the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 504, under the provision that it substantially limits one or more of lifes major activities. ; American Psychiatric Association, 2016), ARFID is an eating or a feeding disturbance (e.g., apparent lack of interest in eating or in food, avoidance based on the sensory characteristics of food, concern about aversive consequences of eating), as manifested by persistent failure to meet appropriate nutritional and/or energy needs associated with one (or more) of the following: SLPs may screen or make referrals for ARFID but do not diagnose this disorder. ET MondayFriday, Site Help | AZ Topic Index | Privacy Statement | Terms of Use 210.10(m)(1)] to provide substitutions or modifications in meals for children who are considered disabled and whose disabilities restrict their diet (Meal Requirements for Lunches and Requirements for Afterschool Snacks, 2021).[1]. Similar to treatment for infants in the NICU, treatment for toddlers and older children takes a number of factors into consideration, including the following: Management of students with feeding and swallowing disorders in the schools addresses the impact of the disorder on the students educational performance and promotes the students safe swallow in order to avoid choking and/or aspiration pneumonia. 0000018888 00000 n https://doi.org/10.1097/MRR.0b013e3283375e10, Fisher, M. M., Rosen, D. S., Ornstein, R. M., Mammel, K. A., Katzman, D. K., Rome, E. S., Callahan, S. T., Malizio, J., Kearney, S., & Walsh, B. T. (2014). A risk assessment for choking and an assessment of nutritional status should be considered part of a routine examination for adults with disabilities, particularly those with a history of feeding and swallowing problems. Assessment and treatment of swallowing and swallowing disorders may require the use of appropriate personal protective equipment and universal precautions. The SLP also teaches parents and other caregivers to provide positive oral experiences and to recognize and interpret the infants cues during NNS. As indicated in the ASHA Code of Ethics (ASHA, 2016a), SLPs who serve a pediatric population should be educated and appropriately trained to do so. This study is aimed to investigate whether thermal oral (tongue) stimulation can modulate the cortico-pharyngeal neural motor pathway in humans. Anxiety may be reduced by using distractions (e.g., videos), allowing the child to sit on the parents or the caregivers lap (for FEES procedures), and decreasing the number of observers in the room. See the Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing Evidence Map for summaries of the available research on this topic. (2017). 0000037200 00000 n Positioning infants and children for videofluroscopic swallowing function studies. Neuropsychiatric Disease and Treatment, 12, 213218. Signs and symptoms vary based on the phase(s) affected and the childs age and developmental level. In addition to determining the type of treatment that is optimal for the child with feeding and swallowing problems, SLPs consider other service delivery variables that may affect treatment outcomes, including format, provider, dosage, and setting. Recommended practices follow a collaborative process that involves an interdisciplinary team, including the child, family, caregivers, and other related professionals. 0000090877 00000 n They also provide information about the infants physiologic stability, which underlies the coordination of breathing and swallowing, and they guide the caregiver to intervene to support safe feeding. A feeding and swallowing plan may include but not be limited to. Behaviors can include changes in the following: Readiness for oral feeding in the preterm or acutely ill, full-term infant is associated with. Beckett, C., Bredenkamp, D., Castle, J., Groothues, C., OConnor, T. G., Rutter, M., & the English and Romanian Adoptees (ERA) Study Team. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00784-013-1117-x, Eddy, K. T., Thomas, J. J., Hastings, E., Edkins, K., Lamont, E., Nevins, C. M., Patterson, R. M., Murray, H. B., Bryant-Waugh, R., & Becker, A. E. (2015). Prior to the instrumental evaluation, clinicians are encouraged to collaborate with the medical team regarding feeding schedules that will maximize feeding readiness during the evaluation. Tube feeding includes alternative avenues of intake such as via a nasogastric tube, a transpyloric tube (placed in the duodenum or jejunum), or a gastrostomy tube (a gastronomy tube placed in the stomach or a gastronomyjejunostomy tube placed in the jejunum). This method . Consider how long it takes to eat a meal, fear of eating, pleasure obtained from eating, social interactions while eating, and so on (Huckabee & Pelletier, 1999). See the Service Delivery section of the Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing Evidence Map for pertinent scientific evidence, expert opinion, and client/caregiver perspective. These cues can communicate the infants ability to tolerate bolus size, the need for more postural support, and if swallowing and breathing are no longer synchronized. (n.d.). In addition to the SLP, team members may include. 0000018100 00000 n Cue-based feeding in the NICU: Using the infants communication as a guide. Clinicians should discuss this with the medical team to determine options, including the temporary removal of the feeding tube and/or use of another means of swallowing assessment. a review of any past diagnostic test results. Pediatrics & Neonatology, 58(6), 534540. Instrumental evaluation can also help determine if swallow safety can be improved by modifying food textures, liquid consistencies, and positioning or implementing strategies. International Journal of Rehabilitation Research, 33(3), 218224. The control group was given thermal-tactile stimulation treatment only, while in the experimental group neuromuscular electrical stimulation and thermal-tactile stimulation treatments were applied simultaneously. The plan should be reviewed annually along with the IEP goals and objectives or as needed if significant changes occur or if it is found to be ineffective. has suspected structural abnormalities (requires an assessment from a medical professional). See ASHAs resources on interprofessional education/interprofessional practice (IPE/IPP), and collaboration and teaming. These changes can provide cues that signal well-being or stress during feeding. .22 The study protocol had a prior approval by the . TSTP (traditional therapy using tactile thermal stimulus [group A]) Consumers should use caution regarding the use of commercial, gum-based thickeners for infants of any age (Beal et al., 2012; U.S. Food and Drug Administration, 2017). You do not have JavaScript Enabled on this browser. The Laryngoscope, 128(8), 19521957. Assessment of NS includes an evaluation of the following: The infants communication behaviors during feeding can be used to guide a flexible assessment. 0000088761 00000 n Feeding and eating disorders: DSM-5 Selections. 1997- American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Late onset necrotizing enterocolitis in infants following use of a xanthan gum-containing thickening agent. The tactile and thermal sensitivity, and 2-point . [Transition to adult care for children with chronic neurological disorders: Which is the best way to make it?]. If certain practices are contraindicated, the clinician can work with the family to determine alternatives that allow the child to safely participate as fully as possible. Language, Speech, and Hearing Services in Schools, 39(2), 177191. Developmental Disabilities Research Reviews, 14(2), 118127. safety while eating in school, including having access to appropriate personnel, food, and procedures to minimize risks of choking and aspiration while eating; adequate nourishment and hydration so that students can attend to and fully access the school curriculum; student health and well-being (e.g., free from aspiration pneumonia or other illnesses related to malnutrition or dehydration) to maximize their attendance and academic ability/achievement at school; and. participating in decisions regarding the appropriateness of these procedures; conducting the VFSS and FEES instrumental procedures; interpreting and applying data from instrumental evaluations to, determine the severity and nature of the swallowing disorder and the childs potential for safe oral feeding; and. 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