How To Treat Progressive Supranuclear Palsy

Assistance From A Dietitian

Assistance from a dietitian is often most effective when combined with speech and occupational therapies. Those with PSP are at risk for nutritional deficiencies because eating can be difficult due to swallowing issues and troubles using eating utensils, both of which a dietitian can help with. They help patients to develop a diet plan to address their specific needs.

For example, if the patient is deficient in certain nutrients, the dietitian will recommend dietary changes that ensure sufficient amounts of these nutrients. They can also aid patients in food preparation techniques that make swallowing easier, so they reduce their risk of choking without having to eliminate certain foods from their diet. This type of professional may recommend things, such as juicing produce or dicing certain foods, so they are easier to chew and swallow fully. They can also offer advice about eating utensils that might be easier to work with.