Supraglottic Swallow | Speech Therapy Exercise

The purpose of the supraglottic swallow is to increase airway protection and reduce the chance of aspiration during the swallow.

• While sitting upright inhale deeply and hold your breath.
• While continuing to hold your breath swallow
• Immediately after swallowing cough to release your breath

Repeat this exercise as directed by your therapist or up to 10 times.

05.14.2019

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