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There is help out there for swallowing and talking problems. Ask your neurologist to send you to a speech-language pathologist—despite the name, they work with swallowing too. For instance, they can do a swallowing test to see where food or liquid is getting stuck or going the wrong way, then show you safer ways to eat, drink, and take medicine. They can also work on making your voice louder and clearer through programs such as SPEAK OUT! or LSVT LOUD. The Parkinson’s Foundation, American Parkinson Disease Association, and Parkinson Voice Project all have good information. Definitely ask your neurologist what help is available near you.
@A MyParkinsonsTeam Member - LSVT stands for the Lee Silverton Voice Therapy, though there are actually two LSVT therapies: LSVT BIG and LSVT LOUD. Sometimes they are combined. Both are intensive programs that start with 4 days a week for 4 weeks. The BIG program is done with a Physical therapist and works on movement. LOUD is done with a speech therapist and works primarily on voice volume, but a good therapist can also help with swallowing issues.
What is LSVT therapy?
It sounds like you're asking: "What stage of Parkinson's is associated with swallowing difficulties, given that you've been living with it for 17 years?"
Swallowing difficulties (called dysphagia) can actually show up at any stage of Parkinson's — even early on. It's not tied to a specific stage, so the length of time you've Show Full Answer
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