Carinda Stout, MS CCC/SLPJan 25, 20221 minBone Spur: A Closer LookA bone spur, also called an osteophyte, is a smooth, bony lump that grows off a bone. Bone spurs develop over long periods of time,...
Carinda Stout, MS CCC/SLPJan 17, 20221 minAnterior Cervical Discectomy Fusion (ACDF)The Anterior Cervical Discectomy Fusion (ACDF) surgery has 2 parts: Anterior cervical discectomy: The spine is approached through the...
Carinda Stout, MS CCC/SLPJan 13, 20223 minSaliva: A Closer LookWe all need saliva to moisten and cleanse our mouths and digest food. Saliva also prevents infection by controlling bacteria and fungi in...
Carinda Stout, MS CCC/SLPJan 12, 20223 minReducing Risk of Aspiration Pneumonia:One of the most serious health risks to patients who have difficulty swallowing is developing aspiration pneumonia. “Aspiration” is the...