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Coordinate Mapping of Hyolaryngeal Mechanics in Swallowing
Published on: May 6, 2014
Physiological variability in the deglutition literature: hyoid and laryngeal kinematics
Sonja M Molfenter1, Catriona M Steele
1Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, 550 University Avenue, Rm 12019, Toronto, ON M5G 2A2, Canada. molfenter.sonja@torontorehab.on.ca
Abstract:
A literature review was conducted on hyoid and/or laryngeal displacement during swallowing in healthy populations according to several inclusion criteria. Anterior and superior displacement measures of both structures from previously published studies were compiled for meta-analysis. Results showed a large degree of variability across studies for each structure and plane of movement. Potential sources of variation were identified, including statistical, methodological, stimulus-related, and participant-related sources.
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