Author Archives: Michiel Van Kets



Useful Information for People Experiencing Swallowing Difficulties

Posted by Michiel Van Kets on May 7th, 2012 • 

Swallowing difficulties, known medically as dysphagia, can happen for a number of different reasons and affect young and old alike. Swallowing is a complex process that requires the action of reflexes predominately occurring in the pharynx and oesophagus but also in the brain. With the exception of dysphagia caused by strokes (which does tend to improve)

Choose Fitness as a Career

Posted by Michiel Van Kets on Apr 23rd, 2012 • 

Choosing to become a personal trainer or fitness instructor is a very rewarding career as it not only ensures you keep yourself fit and healthy but the satisfaction you get helping others can not be beaten. There are various courses in health and nutrition, aerobics, boxing, and much, much more to start you off.

Types of Medical Treatments Available to Dysphagia Patients

Posted by Michiel Van Kets on Apr 10th, 2012 • 

Dysphagia is the medical word used when a person finds it difficult to swallow, and it occurs in young, as well as old, people. A host of varied factors may lead to the problem for which there exists a number of different treatments and management techniques that correspond to each such factor.

Find Out What Causes Dysphagia, the Medical Term for Swallowing Difficulties

Posted by Michiel Van Kets on Mar 23rd, 2012 • 

Dysphagia, the medical term for swallowing difficulties, is found in patients young and old. It can be caused by a number of different reasons and various treatments and coping techniques are available depending on the nature of the cause. There are two types of dysphagia; Oropharyngeal where the difficulty arises with the mouth or throat and Oropharyngeal which tends to be neurological where the

Helpful Information for Patients Suffering from Swallowing Difficulties

Posted by Michiel Van Kets on Mar 4th, 2012 • 

Swallowing difficulties, known as dysphagia in the medical world, can occur for many different reasons and can affect young people and old people too. Swallowing is a complicated process that needs the action of reflexes mainly taking place in the pharynx and oesophagus, but in the brain too.

The Differences and Advantages of Liquid Medicines over Tablets and Pills

Posted by Michiel Van Kets on Feb 12th, 2012 • 

Tablets are the most common form of medication available for adults. Liquid formulations are generally supplied for the very young or elderly patients who have difficulties swallowing solid medication. Liquid Medicines can be an excellent alternative to many common and uncommon tablets and capsules but, as with all drugs, care must be taken to ensure proper use.

Online Pharmacy versus Local

Posted by Michiel Van Kets on Feb 6th, 2012 • 

With some online pharmacies the delivery costs are perhaps over and above any savings you would make by visiting your local pharmacy. Or perhaps the delay in receiving the items would mean your current stocks are depleted before the online ordered products arrive. Information regarding shipping and time frames should be readily available on the pharmacy website.

Treatments Offered To Dysphagia Sufferers

Posted by Michiel Van Kets on Nov 29th, 2011 • 

Dysphagia, the medical term for swallowing difficulties and problems, is found in both young and old patients. It can be caused by a number of different reasons and various treatments and coping techniques are available depending on the nature of the cause.

Dysphagia Frequently Asked Questions

Posted by Michiel Van Kets on Sep 4th, 2011 • 

Swallowing problems, medically referred to as dysphagia, occurs for a variety of reasons in both young and old patients. Dysphagia can be caused by neurological conditions such as stroke and non-neurological conditions such as scar tissue build up in the oesophagus. Whatever the reason, with professional medical intervention and appropriate medication, stable and progressive improvements can often