The term ‘dysphagia’ is used to when a disruption is the swallowing process is identified. Age-related changes in swallowing physiology as well as age-related diseases are predisposing factors for dysphagia in the elderly, which if not managed correctly can result in a variety of negative health issues including an aspirated pneumonia. As we age, our … Continue reading Dysphagia – What is it and how do we manage it?