Neuroplasticity is one of the most important concepts in rehabilitation—but how does it actually translate into better dysphagia treatment?

 In this in-depth course, you’ll explore the science behind the brain’s ability to adapt and recover, then connect those principles directly to clinical decision-making. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of the behavioral and neural signals that drive plasticity, the factors that influence recovery, and how motor learning, sensory input, repetition, intensity, timing, and salience can shape swallowing rehabilitation. Most importantly, you’ll learn how to distinguish between interventions that promote true recovery and those that provide compensation alone.

Led by internationally recognized experts in neuroplasticity and dysphagia, Dr. Jeffrey Kleim and Dr. Corinne Jones, this course bridges decades of neuroscience research with everyday clinical practice. You’ll leave with a stronger understanding of why certain dysphagia interventions work, how to build treatment plans that align with the principles of neural plasticity, and how to critically evaluate the evidence behind rehabilitation approaches. Whether you’re treating stroke, neurodegenerative disease, or other neurologic conditions, you’ll gain a framework for creating more intentional, evidence-based therapy that maximizes each patient’s potential for recovery.