The Speech and Language Therapy (‘SALT’) team offer swallowing (dysphagia) assessments to patients aged 16 years or older with a wide range of neurological conditions and advise on the most appropriate consistencies and textures to ensure patients remain safe when eating and drinking. Early identification and management of dysphagia by Speech and Language Therapists improves quality of life and reduces the possibility of further medical complications and death. Improved nutrition and hydration have an impact on physical and mental wellbeing.
The SALT team offer communication assessments to the same population and can provide therapy to help maintain current communication levels to promote independence and quality of life.
For more information about this service including referral, rehabilitation and contact details please visit https://www.esht.nhs.uk/service/speech-and-language-therapy/