The Rehabilitation Clinics at the UC Rose Centre for Stroke Recovery and Research is a specialty evaluation and treatment clinic for dysphagia (swallowing disorders) and acquired communication disorders.

We offer specific, effective and innovative diagnostic and rehabilitative procedures for swallowing disorders (dysphagia) that are driven by the latest research and physiological needs of our patients.

We are the only private provider of Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS) and FEES (Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing) in the South Island of New Zealand.

We specialise in intensive rehabilitation programmes, unique to Australasia, that maximise recovery of function in both the post-acute and chronic patient. Although we have a particular interest in stroke rehabilitation, our clinical services extend to all patients with swallowing impairment, including those with progressive neurological conditions, those who have had head and neck cancer treatment, and children with swallowing impairment. We also provide assessment and rehabilitation of acquired communication disorders, including aphasia, motor-speech disorders, and voice disorders.

A key feature of the Rehab Clinics is the integration of clinical services and research. We recognise that our patients often know what they need and thus are partners in developing their own treatment programmes as well as contributing to research into new rehabilitation techniques.

Assessments offered

• Videofluoroscopic Swallow Study/Modified Barium Swallow (Please note that we have a service contract with Southern Cross and NIB health insurance.)
• Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)
• Pharyngeal manometry
• Respiratory and swallowing coordination
• Acquired aphasia and motor-speech assessment
• Voice assessment

 Therapy offered

• Swallowing (dysphagia)
• Voice (dysphonia) 
•  Acquired language disorders
•  Acquired motor speech disorders