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What Should I Do if My Ear Is Full of Water?
Almost everyone has experienced that unpleasant sensation of water in the ear. Whether you took an extra-long shower or spent the day at the Northside Park Swimming Pool, knowing how to deal with waterlogged ears…
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Why Do My Ears Feel Clogged?
A clogged feeling in your ears comes from an issue with your Eustachian tubes—the thin canals that run from your middle ear to the back of the throat and nose. Normally, your Eustachian tubes drain…
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Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) Northeast Indiana’s Premier APD Provider
What Is Auditory Processing Disorder (APD)? Auditory Processing Disorder (APD), also known as Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD), is a condition where the brain has difficulty processing sounds. This isn’t a problem with hearing itself,…
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Understanding Tonsil Stones: Causes, Symptoms & Removal Options
If you’ve ever experienced persistent bad breath or a sensation like something’s stuck in the back of your throat, you might be dealing with tonsil stones. These small, hardened calcium deposits form when debris—like food…
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How To Boost Your Swallowing Therapy With At-Home Exercises
Difficulty swallowing can interrupt tasty meals or even take the joy out of your favorite Penny Drip latte. When you seek treatment for a swallowing disorder, medically known as dysphagia, your specialist will go through…
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Dining Out With Dysphagia: How To Stay Safe and Enjoy the Experience
Having a meal in one of Fort Wayne’s amazing restaurants is a great way to spend time with friends, or even just a nice way to avoid doing dishes. For people with dysphasia, however, dining…
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The Role of Diet in Managing Dysphagia: Foods to Eat and Avoid
Finding the right foods to eat when you’re struggling with a swallowing disorder (dysphagia) can be challenging, especially when all your favorite foods are suddenly out of the equation. The good news is that there…
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What Are My Treatment Options for Swallowing Disorders?
Swallowing disorders, or dysphagia, occur when something disrupts the process of moving food or liquid from the mouth to the stomach. Disruptions can arise in one of these three stages: Let’s take a look at…
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How Are Swallowing Disorders Diagnosed?
Difficulty swallowing, medically referred to as dysphagia, can be an uncomfortable and sometimes painful condition. Although the exact number is hard to pinpoint, dysphagia affects approximately one in 25 adults. If you’ve been experiencing trouble…
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Common Springtime Causes of Ear Infections
Ear infections are a common illness and can be widespread among children and adults. In fact, outside of the common cold, they’re the most frequent illness. Ear infections typically occur when bacteria or viruses lead…