Tongue in Training: Strengthening for Swallowing Success – Recording
Presented by: Kelly Salmon,SLPD, CCC-SLP, BCS-S, CLT-LANA, NDC
🗓️ COURSE AVAILABLE JULY 10, 2025 – JULY 10, 2027
After this course, you will be able to…
- Identify the role of lingual strength in safe and effective swallowing function.
- Demonstrate how to obtain maximum isometric tongue pressure and endurance measures using a lingual strengthening device.
- Determine an individualized, progressive lingual resistance exercise protocol based on objective pressure data.
COURSE CONTENT
Recorded Agenda:
0-5 minutes:Welcome & Introduction
5-20 minutes: Foundations of Lingual Strengthening
20-40 minutes:Live Demonstration: Measurement & Exercise Protocols
40-55 minutes:Group Discussion & Q&A
55-60 minutes: Wrap Up & Takeaways
SPEAKER INFORMATION & DISCLOSURES
Kelly Salmon, SLPD, CCC-SLP, BCS-S, CLT-LANA, NDC is a speech-language pathologist specializing in adult communication and swallowing disorders. A Board-Certified Specialist in Swallowing and CLT-LANA certified, she focuses on dysphagia and oncology rehab using evidence-based, device-driven interventions. She is an Associate Professor at Salus at Drexel University and is active in teaching, research, and national presentations.
FINANCIAL DISCLOSURES:
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Receives a salary from Salus at Drexel University in Elkins Park, PA
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Draws a salary from Forward Focused, LLC
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Receives compensation (honoraria and consulting fee) from CIAO Seminars
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Receives compensation (honoraria) from MedSLP Collective for this presentation
NON-FINANCIAL DISCLOSURES:
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Member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
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Member of the Dysphagia Research Society
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Member of the ASHA Convention 2020 Issues in Head and Neck Cancer Planning Committee
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Member of the ASHA Convention 2021-2023 Adult Swallowing Topic Planning Committees
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ASHA SIG-13 Professional Development Manager (PDM), Term 2021-2023
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Member of the Pennsylvania Speech and Hearing Association
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Member of the Pennsylvania Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
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Member of the Lymphology Association of North America
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Member American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disability
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Member Association for Women in Science
ADDITIONAL FAQS
Can I get ASHA CEUS for this Course?
To successfully complete this course, participants must submit a reflective statement (150-250 words in length) within 14 days of taking the course addressing the following: Identify one key concept, technique, or insight you learned during the course and describe how you plan to apply this learning in your clinical practice.
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What can I do if I have a complaint?
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Who is this webinar appropriate for?
The target audience for this content is licensed speech-language pathologists. There are no prerequisite skills or knowledge needed beyond the basic speech-language pathology training and licensing.
What if I need special accommodations?
If you require accommodations to access these materials due to a disability, please email us at info@medslpcollective.com