Lexington Regional Health Center Unveils Enhanced Barium Swallow Studies
Brook Wetovick
Bailey Irwin
Lexington Regional Health Center (LRHC) is thrilled to announce the addition of Modified Barium Swallow Studies (MBSS) to our range of services, in collaboration with our Radiology and Speech Therapy departments. This new service will be available every Tuesday and requires a provider's order.
What is MBSS? A Modified Barium Swallow Study provides a direct view of oral, pharyngeal, and upper esophageal function via X-ray. Conducted by our skilled Speech-Language Pathologists, Bailey Irwin and Brooke Wetovick, alongside a radiologist, this procedure helps identify swallowing difficulties and aspiration risks by visualizing food and liquid mixed with barium in real time.
Why MBSS? This service is crucial for individuals having trouble swallowing foods, drinks, or medications. It helps assess the anatomy and physiology of the swallow function, ensuring better health outcomes for our community.
Service Details:
When: Every Tuesday, starting immediately
Where: Lexington Regional Health Center (LRHC) Radiology Department
Who: Conducted by Speech-Language Pathologists Bailey Irwin and Brooke Wetovick, in conjunction with the Radiology department
Requirement: Provider's order needed
Join Us for a Coffee Chat! To further discuss the benefits of MBSS, LRHC will host a coffee chat at the Orthman Community YMCA on Thursday May 15 at 8:15AM. This free event will provide an opportunity for the community to learn more about the procedure, ask questions, and meet our dedicated team.
Contact Information: For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact: • Lexington Regional Rehab Clinic - Phone: (308) 324-8333
Let's improve swallowing health together! We look forward to serving the Lexington community with this new service.