FEES Swallow Solutions

68% of Of residents in long-term care centers are affected by Dysphagia.  FEES makes specialized treatment simple.

Diagnose Dysphagia with Accuracy Using FEES– Travel-Free, Expert Assessments

At Powerback, we offer Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) alongside a full suite of rehabilitation therapy services.

FEES-trained endoscopists use fiberoptic endoscopic instrumentation to inspect the functions of a patient’s upper airway and swallowing mechanism. Unlike a simple screening exam, FEES is a comprehensive assessment of the upper aerodigestive functions involved in swallowing.

The result? Precise diagnosis for superior patient care.

FEES at Skilled Nursing Facilities Can Correct Diets After Acute Care Stays

  • A recent retrospective study of 120 SNF patients referred for FEES showed that all were currently receiving treatment for dysphagia.
  • FEES assessments determined that 67% of patients on modified diets or NPO (nothing by mouth) did not have dysphagia.
  • Only 45% of patients who were NPO and had feeding tubes placed during their acute care stay had received an imaging procedure to assess swallowing.

Key Takeaway: Evaluations made during acute care stays should be examined critically. They often don’t reflect the patient’s current status. Get a FEES assessment for an accurate diagnosis.

Source: J Am Med Dir Assoc. 2023 Dec 15:S1525-8610(23)00955-6. doi: 10.1016/j.jamda.2023.11.008.

The True Costs of
Managing Dysphagia

$30,000

The average cost of rehospitalization per patient due to dysphagia or swallow related disorder condition relapse.

$2,000-7,000

The average annual cost per patient on a thickened liquid diet.

$31,000

The average annual cost per patient of managing a PEG tube.

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FEES: Making a
Positive Impact

Get inspired with the newest success stories from Powerback Patients all across the country.

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Phyllis' Triumph With FEES

Before arriving at her care center, Phyllis could not receive food or liquids by mouth. Instead, she required alternate means of hydration and nutrition through tube feedings, which greatly impacted her quality of life...

FEES Made Simple Pleasures Possible for Judith

Sometimes, rediscovering the smallest pleasures can greatly impact patient success. After receiving orders to receive a feeding tube, Judith's most important goal in treatment was to be able to drink coffee again...

Marc's FEES Success Story

During hospitalization, Marc was diagnosed with pneumonia and received orders for a Modified Barium Swallowing study, resulting in recommendations to consume only honey-thick liquids and soft solids...

FEES: Helping Joy Communicate Again

Joy is a social butterfly who experienced a sudden change in her voice, making communicating with other residents and staff difficult. Natalie, Joy's Powerback SLP, helped her to regain her ability to communicate effectively...

FEES: 
Making A Positive Impact

Get inspired with the newest success stories from Powerback Patients all across the country.

View All Success Stories
Phyllis' Triumph With FEES

Before arriving at her care center, Phyllis could not receive food or liquids by mouth. Instead, she required alternate means of hydration and nutrition through tube feedings, which greatly impacted her quality of life...

FEES Made Simple Pleasures Possible for Judith

Sometimes, rediscovering the smallest pleasures can greatly impact patient success. After receiving orders to receive a feeding tube, Judith's most important goal in treatment was to be able to drink coffee again...

Marc's FEES Success Story

During hospitalization, Marc was diagnosed with pneumonia and received orders for a Modified Barium Swallowing study, resulting in recommendations to consume only honey-thick liquids and soft solids...

FEES: Helping Joy Communicate Again

Joy is a social butterfly who experienced a sudden change in her voice, making communicating with other residents and staff difficult. Natalie, Joy's Powerback SLP, helped her to regain her ability to communicate effectively...

Powerback is a trusted name for comprehensive rehabilitation and wellness services.