Swallowing and its Disorders Across the Lifespan

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Phyllis Palmer, University of New MexicoFollow

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Swallowing and its Disorders Across the Lifespan by Dr. Palmer offers a comprehensive exploration of the complexities of swallowing function and swallowing disorders, drawing from the author’s extensive clinical expertise spanning over three decades. This interactive textbook is structured into four distinct parts, covering essential topics such as anatomy and physiology, swallowing disorders, assessment techniques, and evidence-based treatment approaches, making it an invaluable resource for students and clinicians alike navigating the intricacies of dysphagia management across diverse age groups.

Publication Date

Winter 1-31-2025

Publisher

University of New Mexico

City

Albuquerque

Disciplines

Rehabilitation and Therapy

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1. Chapter 1: Anatomy & Physiology of Swallowing
2. Chapter 1A: Anatomy of Swallowing

   1. Oral Cavity

   2. Pharyngeal Cavity

   3. Laryngeal Structure and Spaces

   4. Esophageal Anatomy

   5. Oral Secretion and Saliva

   6. Taste Receptors

   7. Pediatric Anatomy

3. Chapter 1B: Physiology of Swallowing

   1. Infant Swallow Physiology

   2. Adult Swallow Physiology

   3. Swallow Function in Advanced Age

4. Chapter 1C: Neurology of Swallowing

   1. Cranial Nerves and Swallowing

   2. Neurophysiology of Swallowing

5. Chapter 1: Back Matter

   1. References

   2. Appendix 1.1 Muscle Chart Activity 1.1

   3. Appendix 1.2: Labeling Images for Activity 1.2

6. Chapter 2: Disorders of Swallowing

   1. Signs and Symptoms of Oropharyngeal Dysphagia

   2. Impact of Anatomical & Physiologic Alterations on Swallow Function

   3. Impact of Cranial Nerve Damage on Swallow Function

   4. Impact of Medical Diagnosis on Swallow Function

   5. Outcomes of Oropharyngeal Dysphagia

   6. References

7. Chapter 3: Swallow Evaluation

   1. Swallow Screening

   2. Clinical Swallow Evaluation

   3. Instrumental Swallow Evaluation

   4. Appendix 3.1

   5. Appendix 3.2

   6. References

8. Chapter 4: Treatment of Swallowing Disorders

   1. Treatment Basics

   2. Compensatory Treatment

   3. Rehabilitative Treatment

   4. Infant and Toddler Feeding

   5. References

Recommended Citation

Palmer, Phyllis. "Swallowing and its Disorders Across the Lifespan." (2025). https://digitalrepository.unm.edu/unm_oer/4

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