Swallowing Disorder Rehab Near Me in Gachibowli, Hyderabad – Dysphagia Therapy

Swallowing Disorder Rehabilitation

Who We Are

Hyderabad’s Multidisciplinary Center for Dysphagia Rehabilitation

Swallowing is something we take for granted—until it becomes difficult. At VitaNova, we offer specialized rehabilitation for swallowing disorders (dysphagia) caused by stroke, neurological conditions, surgeries, cancer treatments, or aging. Our team of speech-language pathologists (SLPs), ENT consultants, and rehabilitation physicians work together to diagnose, treat, and manage swallowing difficulties safely and compassionately. Whether you're recovering from a stroke, dealing with throat cancer aftereffects, or struggling due to Parkinson’s disease, our therapy helps you swallow safely and eat confidently again.

Our Experience

We’ve treated patients with mild to severe dysphagia across all age groups, restoring their ability to eat, drink, and speak clearly. Our interventions have helped prevent aspiration pneumonia, reduce feeding tube dependency, and improve quality of life after stroke and surgery.

Our Expertise

We offer assessment and therapy for oral, pharyngeal, and esophageal dysphagia using advanced tools like FEES (Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing), modified diets, swallow strengthening exercises, postural adjustments, compensatory strategies, NMES (Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation), and safe feeding techniques.


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Why Swallowing Disorder Rehab Is Important?

Swallowing difficulty, or dysphagia, can lead to choking, malnutrition, weight loss, dehydration, and even life-threatening aspiration pneumonia. It also causes anxiety, embarrassment, and reduced confidence in social eating situations. Rehab helps retrain the swallowing muscles, improve coordination, protect the airway, and restore safe eating and drinking. It’s essential for anyone who coughs frequently while eating, has a wet voice after drinking, or feels food gets “stuck” in their throat. Timely intervention can prevent complications and restore dignity and comfort in daily life.

Who Needs Swallowing Disorder Rehabilitation?

This therapy is recommended for individuals who have difficulty swallowing due to stroke, Parkinson’s disease, motor neuron disease, head and neck cancers, throat surgeries, dementia, traumatic brain injury, or prolonged intubation. It also supports children with neurological or developmental conditions affecting feeding and swallowing. If you or a loved one is experiencing coughing while eating, frequent throat clearing, unexplained weight loss, or fear of swallowing, rehab is critical.

Why Choose VitaNova for Swallowing Therapy in Hyderabad?

VitaNova is one of the few comprehensive swallowing disorder rehab centers in Hyderabad equipped with FEES screening and dedicated SLPs. Located in Gachibowli, we provide compassionate one-on-one therapy, clinical monitoring, dietary support, and postural training to improve swallowing safely. With medical oversight from ENT and neuro teams at Continental Hospitals, we ensure holistic care. If you're searching for “swallowing therapy near me,” trust VitaNova to help restore safe, independent eating.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a swallowing disorder (dysphagia)? +

Dysphagia is difficulty swallowing food or liquids safely, often due to neurological, muscular, or structural causes.

What causes difficulty in swallowing? +

Swallowing problems can be caused by stroke, Parkinson’s disease, head or neck cancer, surgery, aging, or brain injury.

What are the symptoms of dysphagia? +

Symptoms include choking, coughing during meals, wet or gurgly voice, food sticking in throat, and frequent pneumonia.

Where can I find swallowing therapy near me in Hyderabad? +

VitaNova offers swallowing rehabilitation in Gachibowli, Hyderabad with expert speech-language pathologists and medical support.

Who needs swallowing therapy? +

People with stroke, neurological conditions, cancer, surgery, or aging-related changes who struggle to eat or drink safely.

Is swallowing therapy effective after a stroke? +

Yes. Therapy retrains the muscles and improves coordination, helping stroke patients regain safe swallowing.

Can elderly people benefit from swallowing rehab? +

Absolutely. Age-related muscle weakening can affect swallowing, and therapy helps improve safety and reduce aspiration risk.

Do you treat patients with Parkinson’s disease? +

Yes. We offer swallowing rehab for Parkinson’s patients experiencing drooling, slow swallow, or choking episodes.

What is FEES in swallowing assessment? +

FEES stands for Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing, used to visualize and assess swallowing function safely.

Can children receive swallowing therapy? +

Yes. Children with neurological or developmental delays affecting feeding can benefit from structured swallowing therapy.

Is it safe to eat with a swallowing disorder? +

Only with supervision. Therapy helps prevent choking and aspiration by modifying food textures and training safer techniques.

Do you offer post-cancer swallowing rehab? +

Yes. We help head and neck cancer patients recover swallowing after radiation or surgery.

What techniques are used in swallowing rehab? +

We use exercises, posture adjustments, neuromuscular stimulation, compensatory strategies, and safe feeding plans.

How long does swallowing therapy take? +

Duration varies by condition. Some patients improve in weeks; others need ongoing support for months.

What is aspiration pneumonia? +

It's a serious lung infection caused by food or fluid entering the lungs due to poor swallowing control.

Can therapy help patients with feeding tubes? +

Yes. In some cases, rehab helps patients transition from tube to oral feeding with medical clearance.

Do you teach family members how to help at home? +

Yes. We guide caregivers on safe feeding techniques and meal planning during recovery.

Is therapy painful? +

No. Exercises are gentle, non-invasive, and customized for comfort and safety.

Is this therapy covered by insurance? +

Depending on your plan. We provide documentation for insurance reimbursement if applicable.

Where is VitaNova located? +

VitaNova is inside Continental Hospitals, Financial District, Gachibowli, Hyderabad, India.