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Dysphagia Early Detection Initiative

Module 1:  What dysphagia is and why it matters for myositis

Learn more about dysphagia at your own pace. Watch Module 1 on YouTube and download the helpful resources and assessment tools.

DOWNLOAD EATING ASSESSMENT TOOL (EAT-10)
DOWNLOAD SWALLOWING SCORE TRACKING TOOL
DOWNLOAD - DYSPHAGIA AND MYOSITIS
CLICK HERE TO VIEW MODULE 1
DOWNLOAD INFOGRAPHIC

Dysphagia Early Detection Initiative

Module 2: Getting the right evaluation

Learn more about dysphagia at your own pace. Watch Module 2 on YouTube and download the helpful resources and assessment tools.

DOWNLOAD EATING ASSESSMENT TOOL (EAT-10)
DOWNLOAD MBSS - FEES COMPARISON
DOWNLOAD - THE SILENT RISK: WHY SWALLOWING EVALUATION MATTERS
CLICK HERE TO VIEW MODULE 2

Dysphagia Early Detection Initiative

Module 3: Managing Dysphagia, Compensation vs. Rehabilitation

Learn more about dysphagia at your own pace. Watch Module 3 on YouTube and download the helpful resources and assessment tools.

DOWNLOAD MBSS - FEES COMPARISON
DOWNLOAD - Swallowing Strategies
DOWNLOAD - Oral Care Daily Protocol
DOWNLOAD -Understanding Thickened Liquids
DOWNLOAD - When Compensation Is Not Enough: Understanding Swallowing Rehabilitation in Myositis
CLICK HERE TO VIEW MODULE 3

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Myositis patients and caregivers can connect with others who understand what they are going through by joining our support community via the Inspire iOS app or by visiting our Myositis Support Community.

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Get Support!

Myositis patients and caregivers can connect with others who understand what they are going through by joining our support community via the Inspire iOS app or by visiting our Myositis Support Community.

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