Eating and drinking with acknowledged risk is when an individual chooses to continue to consume food and drink despite the potential dangers associated with dysphagia. These risks include aspiration, malnutrition, dehydration, and choking, and therapy is a vital treatment for patients experiencing swallowing difficulties or eating and drinking problems.
As part of a dysphagia video series, Rebecca Boddington, Consultant Speech and Language Therapist, discusses why individuals may make this choice to continue food and drink consumption and emphasises the importance of rehabilitation in these situations.
At Healing Touch, we specialise in comprehensive assessments and personalised treatments to address conditions that impact your ability to enjoy food and maintain proper nutrition.
A speech therapist will work closely with you to develop tailored exercises and management strategies that help improve swallowing and overall health. This therapy involves identifying the root causes of dysphagia and creating a plan to support effective recovery. Whether you have mild issues or significant difficulties, our treatments help you regain confidence and enhance your quality of life.
Eating, drinking and swallowing decisions can be ethically complex. We can provide support with mental capacity assessment as necessary.
Kay Ganguly, Clinical Director said:
“Our speech and language therapy team can provide essential support for individuals with swallowing difficulties and implement a comprehensive rehabilitation programme while allowing them to continue consuming food and drink as their preferred choice.”
For further information about dysphagia therapy, please get in touch with us at 0333 090 2803 or by emailing info@healingtouchrehab.co.uk.
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