SLP 539 - Swallowing & Feeding Disorders

4 cr.

(SLP 580D or permission of the instructor)

This course examines the neuroanatomical and neurophysiological basis of the deglutition process (oral, pharyngeal, pulmonary, esophageal, gastrointestinal, and related functions, including oral function for feeding; structure/function of orofacial myology). Etiology, developmental nature, and underlying anatomical and physiological, psychological and cultural characteristics of these disorders and differences are addressed.