Selective Mutism Association

The role of the SLP includes identifying disorders of the upper aerodigestive tract relative to swallowing, which includes “oral, pharyngeal, and cervical esophageal anatomic regions” (ASHA, 2002a). Clinicians should be aware that oropharyngeal swallowing function is often altered in patients with esophageal motility disorders and dysphagia. ................
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