Vital Stim Machines are devices that utilize electrical current to kickstart the muscles in the throat that control swallowing. Sometimes referred to as NMES Dysphagia Devices or Dysphagia Electrical Stimulation Devices, these handheld machines promote natural swallowing without the use of medication.
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Related Articles and/or Buying Guides: If you’ve never heard of Vital Stim Machines before, they might seem a little intimidating. I mean, who wants an electric shock in (of all places) the neck? But before you disregard Dysphagia Electrical Stimulation Devices, let’s break it down.
Vital Stim Machines work by sending mild currents of electricity to the front of the throat/neck via electrode pads. This current may feel like a mild jolt or a “pins and needles” sensation, but it’s completely harmless and won’t cause intolerable pain or discomfort. Dysphagia Electrical Stimulation Devices can be used to treat children; they can also be used to treat dysphagia in adults.
But how long does it last? Vital Stim Machines aren’t just relaxing your throat muscles during active use - in fact, they’re actively working to retrain your muscles to facilitate the process of swallowing. So not only are you alleviating your swallowing limitations in the moment, you’re working to recalibrate your swallowing abilities on the whole!
To determine if Dysphagia Electrical Stimulation Devices are suited to your specific treatment needs, it’s best to meet with your physician and discuss your options. In case you’re more of a “study on your own” person, you can read about the pros and cons of Vital Stim Machine treatment. Either way, this non-narcotic solution is one way to “zap” the roadblocks you may experience while swallowing.
