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03/11/2026

We're excited to officially welcome Dr Dijana Dragicevich to the Swaltech team! 🎉

Dijana has been part of the BiSSkApp journey since day dot and has long been a fierce advocate for finding new and better ways to support people living with dysphagia. We thought it was about time we made things official and brought her onto the team!

Dijana also marks an exciting first for Swaltech: our first boots on the ground in Australia! 🇦🇺 Based in Sydney, she'll be providing support for our Australian BiSSkApp users, as well as being a point of contact for anyone interested in learning more about BiSSkApp.

Welcome to the team, Dijana!

Want to learn more about Dijana? Read her bio on our website:
🔗 https://ap1.hubs.ly/H01tSM40

30/10/2026

Rehab has a bad rep.

“It doesnt work”
“You have to be careful with giving someone rehab as it has to be appropriate for their presentation”

And yet… we still only do muscle strengthening, or no rehab at all.

Rehab DOES need to suit the person in front of you. That’s why we think these newer approaches are worth talking about. They’re more specific and targeted to what clients actually need.

So we’ve been spreading the word. Our team headed across the Tasman again, this trip we visited universities and health centres in Adelaide, Melbourne and Sydney, and spent time with clinicians, students and clients.
There are lots of new tools for clinicians right now, so it’s good for us to be there to support them.

We started running group workshops so people can learn more about biofeedback-based rehab and skill training, and we supported our users on the ground too.

Thanks for having us, La Trobe University, Unimelb, The Royal Melbourne Hospital, Central Adelaide, Adelaide University, Flinders University, Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District, Royal North Shore Hospital, Mona Vale Hospital, Campbelltown Hospital, Liverpool Hospital, and many more!

20/08/2026

Ōtautahi Christchurch, come join us and the team at Braintree Wellness Centre for a free networking session!
We’ll be presenting our product BiSSkApp, alongside a Q+A and afternoon tea.

Would love to see you there - RSVP to [email protected] by Saturday 29th August.

Multiple Sclerosis and Parkinson’s Canterbury Charitable Trust Aspire Canterbury Dementia New Zealand Stroke Aotearoa New Zealand Parkinson's New Zealand

16/07/2026

Pictorial proof of SwalTech's midwinter roadie down the Aussie East Coast! 🚗❄️

One of the most rewarding parts of our work (as well as spreading the good word on biofeedback and skill training) is spending time with clinicians. Every conversation gives us a better understanding of the realities of clinical practice. What's working, what's challenging, and what clinicians need to turn the evidence into practical everyday strategies. Exactly what we've set out to do at SwalTech.

We're incredibly grateful to everyone who has welcomed us into their clinics, shared their experiences, and helped shape the future of dysphagia rehabilitation.

Special shout-outs to our wonderful hosts:
Alliance Clinics Beyond Barriers Therapy Services Townsville Hospital and Health Service Speak and Swallow Speech Therapy HammondCare St Vincent's Hospital, Sydney Northern Sydney Local Health District Optimal Speech Pathology

Want the BiSSkApp team in your neighbourhood? Send us a message and we'll add you to the list for our next road trip!

17/06/2026

Think you might have a swallowing problem? What should you do next?

The first step is recognising the common signs and symptoms of dysphagia (swallowing difficulties). These may include:
• Choking, coughing, or frequent throat clearing during meals
• Difficulty swallowing food, drinks, or medication
• A sensation of food or drink getting “stuck” in your throat or mouth
• A wet or gurgly-sounding voice after eating or drinking
• Recurrent chest infections without a clear cause
• Taking longer than usual to finish meals
• Anxiety or worry around eating and drinking

If any of these symptoms sound familiar, consider seeking an assessment from a Speech and Language Therapist (SLT) or Speech Pathologist.

Depending on where you live, you may need a referral from your GP, or you may be able to access private services directly. Early assessment can help identify the cause of swallowing difficulties and guide appropriate treatment and support.

Want to know which specialists are using BiSSkApp? Head to the interactive map on our website - link in the comments!

14/06/2026

Tomorrow! Join Prof Maggie-Lee and stroke survivor Eric for a 1-hour webinar on dysphagia, and a live Q+A 🙋

Whether you’re just getting started in understanding dysphagia care, or keen to learn more - this free session is for you.

Comment WEBINAR for a sign-up link!

05/06/2026

Our free webinar series is back! 🚨

Want to learn about the latest understandings of dysphagia treatment? Join us for a live session with Dr Maggie-Lee Huckabee and Eric UfiPoa Taule’ale’ausumai of Swallowing Technologies to talk about what dysphagia is, what causes it, and what treatment options are available.

All are welcome to attend, and don’t forget to bring your questions for the Q+A!

📅 Tuesday 16 June 2026, 10am AEST
📍 Online (via Microsoft Teams)
🔗 Register now via the link in the comments

02/06/2026

Dysphagia, or swallowing difficulty, is one of those 'hidden' conditions that affects millions of people worldwide. It can have serious consequences for health, independence, and quality of life, yet awareness of the condition remains surprisingly low.

That's why we're incredibly grateful to the team at TVNZ+'s BNZ Business Breakfast for helping us share our story this morning, just in time for Dysphagia Awareness Month!

You can watch the episode on-demand via the link in the comments 👇

Statistically, you know someone with dysphagia. Your share could be a lifeline. Spread the word!

02/06/2026

June is Dysphagia Awareness Month! To kick off, we’re sharing the story of Glenn and Miriam from New South Wales.

Glenn suffered a brainstem stroke in 2024, and developed dysphagia as a result. After trying other swallowing rehabilitation methods, he used BiSSkApp to get back to a normal diet.

Hear more about Glenn and Miriam’s journey, and how BiSSkApp helped via the link in our bio!

This is Glenn and Miriam’s personal experience with BiSSkApp, and individual results may vary. BiSSkApp is a prescription device. Consult your healthcare provider, and always follow the directions for use.

19/05/2026

What do you do when a client with chronic dysphagia appears to have plateaued?

We’ve just published a new clinical case study exploring the implementation of skill-based swallowing training with biofeedback in a community TBI client living with chronic dysphagia.

After reaching a plateau in progress, but still having persistent swallowing difficulties resulting in aspiration on thin fluids and ongoing reliance on thickened fluids, the treating team trialled a different rehab approach using BiSSkApp.

The case study walks through:
• the clinical reasoning behind task selection
• programme setup and progression
• managing fatigue and cognitive factors in TBI
• the role of support workers and family
• VFSS, TWST and ToMaSS outcomes
• practical lessons learned during implementation

For clinicians working with chronic neurological dysphagia, it offers a detailed look at how a feedback-rich rehabilitation model was implemented in a real-world community setting.

Read the full case study here:
https://ap1.hubs.ly/y0SNHs0

A huge shout-out to Colleen, Christina, and the team at Optimal Speech Pathology for collaborating with us on this piece.

*Pseudonym used to protect client privacy. Individual results may vary. BiSSkApp is a prescription device. Consult your healthcare provider, and always follow the directions for use.

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