The effect of different eating utensils on swallowing dynamics when ingesting liquid

Key Points

• This study aims to investigate how various eating utensils affect swallowing dynamics during liquid ingestion.
• Randomized trial conducted with participants using different eating utensils while ingesting liquids.
• Swallowing dynamics were measured and compared among the different conditions.
• Significant differences in swallowing dynamics were observed based on the type of utensil used, with spoon and straw showing distinct effects.
• Participants using spoons had a faster swallowing response compared to those using straws (p<0.05).