Effect of a 48-Hour Thickened Liquid Protocol on Visuospatial Skills in Young Adults.
Introduction: Thickened liquids are frequently recommended for individuals with swallowing disorders who are at risk of aspiration. However, thickened liquids may be poorly tolerated and result in reduced fluid intake, which may impact performance in a number of areas. The purpose of this study was...
| Publicado en: | Folia Phoniatrica et Logopaedica Vol. 77; no. 4; pp. 332 - 338 |
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| Formato: | research tables/charts randomized controlled trial Journal Article |
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Karger AG
2025
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