Dysphagia, which is a geriatric syndrome affecting 10% to 33% of older adults, is commonly
seen in older adults who have experienced a stroke or neurodegenerative diseases such as …

Abstract The Frazier Free Water Protocol was developed with the aim of providing patients
with dysphagia an option to consume thin (ie unthickened) water in-between mealtimes. A …

Aims This revision of Occupational therapy defined as a complex intervention (Creek 2003)
aims to describe and define contemporary occupational therapy, and to consider if and how …

Introduction Dysphagia is very common among hospitalized patients and is associated with
increased length of hospital stay, morbidity, and mortality. Diet restrictions for dysphagia …

Abstract Purpose of Review While guidelines exist for the evaluation and management of
esophageal dysphagia in the general population, dysphagia disproportionately affects the …

Purpose There is limited information regarding the theoretical underpinnings of an Ice Chip
Protocol. This article aims to discuss its use in assessment and rehabilitation of swallowing …

Background Free water protocols allow patients who aspirate thin liquids and meet eligibility
criteria to have access to water or ice according to specific guidelines. Limited research is …

Background The free water protocol (FWP) is an alternate management strategy for patients
with dysphagia, who would otherwise be nil by mouth or prescribed thickened fluids …

Individuals with oropharyngeal dysphagia are known to be at risk of dehydration due to
inadequate fluid intake. In this chapter, we explore the definition of dehydration, its causes …

Purpose: Evidence supporting free water protocols (FWP) in acute settings is limited and the
potential risks and benefits for acutely ill patients are not well understood. This study aimed …