VitalStim Therapy

VitalStim Therapy is the only NMES technology cleared by the FDA to restore swallowing function to patients with oropharyngeal dysphagia. VitalStim Therapy has been proven safe and has successfully treated patients of every age.

VitalStim Therapy is performed by passing a small current through electrodes placed on the neck. The electricity stimulates inactive or atrophied swallowing muscles. At the same time, a trained specialist administers rehabilitation therapy to help re-educate the muscles.

What is the treatment?

Step One: A small, carefully calibrated current is delivered by specially designed electrodes.

Step Two: The current stimulates motor nerves in the throat.

Step Three: The muscles responsible for swallowing contract.

Step Four: The quality of the swallowing function improves.

Step Five: With repeated therapy, muscles are re-educated.

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