Bulbar dysfunction is a common presentation of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and
significantly impacts quality of life of people with ALS (PALS). The current paper reviews …

Objective The ALS Functional Rating Scale–Revised (ALSFRS-R) is the most commonly
utilized instrument to index bulbar function in both clinical and research settings. We …

Objectives/Hypothesis Quick, sensitive dysphagia screening tools are necessary to identify
high‐risk patients for further evaluation in busy multidisciplinary amyotrophic lateral …

Introduction Dystussia impacts the ability to protect the airway. Voluntary cough provides a
metric of airway defense but differs from the reflexive response to aspiration during …

Objectives: The aim of this study was to determine the evaluation and management of
dysphagia in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) patients by speech-language pathologists …

Purpose Early detection and tracking of bulbar dysfunction in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
(ALS) are critical for directing management of the disease. Existing physiological …

Background Given the need for quick and accurate dysphagia screening tools to optimize
referral workflows and resource utilization in fast‐paced multidisciplinary amyotrophic lateral …

Peak cough flow represents an important metric directly related to the physiologic ability of
an individual to defend the airway or expel tracheal aspirate. Given the high prevalence of …

Background Although reduced lingual strength is a confirmed early manifestation of
amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), its functional impact on swallowing remains unclear. We …

Abstract Introduction/Aims Comprehensive and valid bulbar assessment scales for use
within amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) clinics are critically needed. The aims of this study …