Cleveland Feeding and Swallowing Center

07/31/2023

The experienced and compassionate occupational therapists at the Cleveland Feeding and Swallowing Center can help return dignity and independence to your life. We understand what it would mean to you to live a safe, independent, and productive life.

With our occupational therapy programs, we can help you regain strength and live independently. Contact us at the Cleveland Feeding and Swallowing Center today.

07/30/2023

Bet you didn't know - About 50% to 80% of pharyngitis, or sore throat, symptoms are viral in origin and include a variety of viral pathogens. It is characterized by inflammation of the pharynx, nasopharynx, and tonsillar tissues. https://starcenterfoundation.org/signs-and-symptom

Signs and Symptoms It can be hard to match up symptoms to a specific disorder on your own. An experienced speech pathologist will be able to answer your questions and guide you to the best place to start. Swallowing disorders may result from a lack of coordination of the nerves or muscles, or someti...

07/29/2023

Pharyngitis is the inflammation of the mucous membranes of the oropharynx. In most cases, it is caused by an infection, either bacterial or viral. Other less common causes of pharyngitis include allergies, trauma, cancer, reflux, and certain toxins.

Causes of Feeding and Swallowing Disorders from 0 – 14 years There are many possible causes for feeding and swallowing problems, including: Nervous system disorders, like cerebral palsy or meningitis Reflux or other stomach problems Being premature or having a low birth weight Heart disease Cleft ...

07/29/2023

We can help with Stuttering.

The Cleveland Feeding and Swallowing Center offers highly-effective, personalized speech therapy for both children and adults.

07/28/2023

Meet the fo under of the Star Foundation.

About Us Esther A. L. Verbovszky M.A. CCC-SLP Graduated Case Western Reserve 24+ years experience LSVT Vital Stim Certified since 2004 (over 500 patients seen) KTPC certified 4 years Neonatal Oral Motor Certified Specialized in Feeding and Swallowing Founder and Developer of Cleveland Feeding and Sw...

07/28/2023

Did you know? As many as 25% of children experience some type of feeding difficulty during infancy or early childhood. Feeding disorders include problems with sucking, gathering food, eating from a utensil, chewing, or drinking from a cup.

Cleveland Feeding and Swallowing Center’s caring & skilled speech pathologists are here to help your child overcome their feeding disorders & reach their fullest potential

07/27/2023

Our multidisciplinary treatment program for swallowing disorders includes 𝗩𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗺 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗽𝘆. Vitalstim Therapy is a painless, non-invasive treatment using an electrical current to stimulate the muscles responsible for swallowing.

07/26/2023

Many people associate voice therapy with singers and other individuals who rely on their voice professionally. However, voice therapy can be appropriate and effective for anyone experiencing any type of voice disorder.

If vocal challenges are holding you back, it may be time to consider voice therapy. Voice disorders, impact millions of Americans. Many people, however,

07/25/2023