In March 2025 AK Speech Therapy and Swaltech announced their partnership to bring the latest technology in swallowing rehabilitation to the people of Auckland.
Swallowing difficulties, also known as dysphagia, can significantly impact your quality of life. Dysphagia can be caused by a stroke, brain injury, or a progressive neurological condition, making eating and drinking more challenging. But there’s good news! With targeted rehabilitation and therapy, you can regain control over your swallowing function and improve your ability to safely enjoy meals and drinks.
Why BiSSkApp for Swallowing Difficulties?
BiSSkApp is informed by the pioneering research of Maggie-Lee Huckabee, a world renowned leader in dysphagia. Based at the University of Canterbury Rose Centre in Christchurch, New Zealand, she has worked with her team at Swaltech to develop a practical and easy-to-use tool designed to support adults with dysphagia (swallowing difficulties). Whether someone is recovering from a stroke, managing a brain injury, or living with a progressive neurological condition such as Parkinson's Disease, BiSSkApp can help.
Using biofeedback, patients can easily visualise their swallowing activity, and adjust it, empowering them to actively participate in their rehabilitation journey.
This innovative technology uses a wireless sensor to send signals to an app on a tablet device which is programmed with your therapist led personalised therapy programme. BiSSkApp allows clients to work on both strength and skill training in an intensive programme to help restore swallowing function. This game-changing innovation allows clients to access their therapy at home or on the go. It is easy to setup and offers security and privacy for your data. The simple subscription pricing makes it straightforward and cost-effective.
Get in touch today to see if BiSSkApp and AK Speech Therapy could help you on your journey to more enjoyable mealtimes.
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