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Swimming after laryngectomy
Author(s) -
Gray Roger F.
Publication year - 1982
Publication title -
the laryngoscope
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.181
H-Index - 148
eISSN - 1531-4995
pISSN - 0023-852X
DOI - 10.1288/00005537-198207000-00020
Subject(s) - laryngectomy , medicine , surgery , larynx
The philosophy and practicalities of a device for safe swimming after total laryngectomy are considered. The design and use of this are described in a patient who enjoys great success swimming both in and underwater. Rehabilitation of the laryngectomee may include swimming, if desired, where training and supervision are available. Safety precautions are recommended.