Course Information

Course Description

In this two-hour advanced level webinar on high-resolution pharyngeal manometry (HRPM) for speech-language pathologists and/or laryngologists, participants will gain an understanding of the use of HRPM as a biofeedback tool in the treatment of dysphagia.  Participants will learn about the rationale for biofeedback and how to use HRPM for compensatory strategy training and skill acquisition. Additionally, this webinar will cover the principles of exercise physiology and how HRPM can be utilized to establish dosing and monitor adherence. Case based studies will be presented. 


Learning Objectives 

  • Participants will be able to identify the differences between a normal and abnormal pharyngeal swallow on high resolution pharyngeal manometry topographic pressure plots. 
  • Participants will be able to state two clinical or diagnostic uses for high resolution pharyngeal manometry.


Agenda

  • 1:00:  Principles of Exercise Rehabilitatio
  • 1:25:  Utility of HRPM as a Biofeedback Tool 
  • 1:55:  Case Studies
  • 2:45:  Summary and Questions
  • 3:00:  Adjourn


Course Disclosure

This course primarily focuses on using high resolution pharyngeal manometry as a biofeedback tool for dysphagia intervention. 

Joining the Webinar

You will find information on how to join and complete this live webinar and webinar recording  in the course portal located on our Thinkific dashboard once you complete the course registration. One the day of the webinar please log in approximately 10 minutes before the start time to ensure you do not have any technical challenges.

Webinar Notice

Successful participation in this course includes completion of the post-test with a score of 80% or higher, then participants will automatically receive a course completion certificate.  

This course is offered for 2.0 Professional Development Hours. We can report your participation to ASHA if you choose for 0.2 ASHA CEUs, just be sure to include your ASHA number when you register. If you do not want your participation reported to ASHA, you have the option to decline on the course registration page. 

Refund Policy

There are no refunds for this course, as it is offered both live and as a recording for a limited time. 


If you have any questions, please email [email protected] or call 877-390-1887.

Register Now

Live Webinar 1/26/24 from 1-3pm (Eastern). Recording will be available from 2/1/24 though 2/29/24.

Instructor(s)

Ashli O’Rourke, M.D., MS Ashli O’Rourke

Dr. Ashli O’Rourke, MD is a Laryngologist and Professor at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), where she serves as Director of Laryngology and holds the Mark and Evelyn Trammell Endowed Chair in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery. A leader in the field of swallowing, airway and voice disorders, she specializes in high-resolution pharyngeal manometry and innovative treatments for dysphagia. Dr. O’Rourke’s unique career path includes prior experience as a clinical speech-language pathologist, which informs her patient-centered and interdisciplinary approach to care. She holds prominent leadership positions, including Treasurer and Executive Council Member of the Dysphagia Research Society, Senior Examiner for the American Board of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, and Board Member of the Alliance for Airway, Voice, and Swallowing Education, the nonprofit organization that oversees the Fall Voice Conference. An accomplished researcher, Dr. O’Rourke has authored numerous publications and is a frequent speaker at national and international conferences. She is dedicated to advancing the field through innovations in diagnostic techniques and therapeutic interventions for upper aerodigestive tract disorders. Her work reflects a lifelong commitment to improving patient outcomes and mentoring the next generation of otolaryngologists, speech pathologists and interdisciplinary clinicians. Disclosure: Dr. O'Rourke will receive financial support from Patheous for presenting this content.