Neuromuscular Electroestimulation and Respiratory Muscle Training in Subacute Stroke

Respiratory muscle training is performed with the Orygen Dual valve (inspiratory and espiratory trainer)

Neuromuscular electrical stimulation is performed with the Vital Stim ® device (approved by the FDA for dysphagia treatment). It consists in the placement of two electrodes located in suprahyoid muscles as above described.

Standard swallow therapy consists of physiotherapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy targeting specific swallow impairments. In the case of dysphagia, the standard pattern includes measures to protect the airway and compensatory techniques.