Independent newspaper, “Scoop,” recently released a publication about University of Canterbury researchers at the Rose Centre for Stroke Recovery and Research that have revealed an innovative new treatment for people with swallowing impairments that focuses on the brain cortex.
The computer-based treatment program uses biofeedback to help patients improve the precision of their motor control during swallowing.
Research shows very promising results in patients with Parkinson’s and further research is being conducted.
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