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Step 3:
Towards Automation

Your patient can now perform secondary swallowing, but the goal is to automate it, which will lead to the automation of all orofacial functions like breathing and tongue posture at rest. For more details, see the article "Simultaneous Rehabilitation of the Tongue and Breathing: A Physiological Necessity" in our blog.

Prolonged device use leads to automation. According to Dr. Cornut's study, 37% of patients reach this stage at 5 weeks, and 60% achieve automation within 10 weeks. This can be improved by wearing the device for a longer period or through tailored exercises.

Key Actions:
  1. Consistent Use: Ensure the patient follows the wearing instructions.
  2. Regular Check-ups: Monitor progress regularly.
  3. Correct Usage: Confirm proper device use at each visit.
  4. Assess Progress: Evaluate the automation of secondary swallowing.
How to assess automation of secondary swallowing?
Supplementary exercises can accelerate results and be implemented at Step 3:
Exercise 2: Automating Swallowing Through Olfaction
Exercise 3: Automating Through Articulation
Step 4: End of Treatment
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