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Communication Options for Tracheostomy and Mechanical Ventilation

Individuals with tracheostomy and mechanical ventilation with an inflated cuff are unable to produce voicing, and many do not speak for an extended period of time.

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Tracheostomy Communication Articles and Perspectives

Speech Therapy for Kids with Trachs
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Speech Therapy for Kids with Trachs

Speech Therapy for Kids with Trachs

Children with tracheostomy may have difficulty producing voicing. Here are speech therapy techniques and tools…
Ventilator Application of Speaking Valves
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Ventilator Application of Speaking Valves

Ventilator Application of Speaking Valves

Assessment, trouble-shooting and advanced placement techniques of a speaking valve in-line with mechanical ventilation.
Learning About Tracheostomy for Kids: Trachie-O Teaches Children!
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Learning About Tracheostomy for Kids: Trachie-O Teaches Children!

Learning About Tracheostomy for Kids: Trachie-O Teaches Children!

Learning about Tracheostomy for Kids: Information from Trachie-O Potamus and Ginger Giraffe: This is Trachie-O-Potamus. …
ALS and Tracheostomy
Communication Tracheostomy
ALS and Tracheostomy

ALS and Tracheostomy

The decision for tracheostomy placement for a person with ALS is personal. Find out information…
Blom Tracheostomy Tube System
Blom Tracheostomy Speech Cannula
Blom Tracheostomy Tube System

Blom Tracheostomy Tube System

The Blom Tracheostomy Tube System (Pulmodyne) is a specialized tracheostomy tube which can allow adults…
Speaking Valves
Passy-Muir Speaking Valves
Speaking Valves

Speaking Valves

Review the different types of speaking valves and benefits for those with tracheostomy and mechanical…