Problems
Hiatal hernia
Hiatal hernia means that the aperture in the diaphragm through which the esophagus passes, is widened because of a partially-, or completely weakened diaphragm.
Read moreLong-lasting dry cough with tough mucus
A hoarse voice, dry cough that does not go away and mucus in the throat may be symptoms of hiatus hernia.
Read moreAchalasia (Achalasia cardiae)
Achalasia (Achalasia cardiae in latin) is a rare sickness of the esophagus that most often occurs in the ages 10 to 30 years [1]. It manifests itself as a disturbance of the motor ability both in the esophagus inner muscle layer, as well as in the lower esophagus mouth, also known as the upper stomach mouth […]
Read moreNeurological conditions: MS, Parkinson’s disease, ALS
Neurological conditions like MS, Parkinson’s and ALS can all, more or less, cause reduced ability to use the face’s and mouth’s functions like being able to eat, chew, swallow, speak and smile.
Read moreCancer of the face, mouth, head and neck
In this section we describe briefly how dysphagia can appear to be a symptom of cancer. Further we show how IQoro can help those that are having problems in the face, mouth, head, pharynx and neck region in connection with, or after, a cancer treatment.
Read moreAbnormal bite- and jaw development
IQoro is a new and unique neuromuscular treatment method that requires just 30 seconds’ exercise, three times per day. Here we will show in overview how training with IQoro strengthens and improves the balance between different muscle groups in the face and oral cavity during the early growth period from approximately one and a half years old.
Read moreDysphagia in the elderly
In this section, we show how carers and relatives can notice the common symptoms of dysphagia in elderly people. We also talk about possible treatments and how IQoro can help the elderly to retain, improve and regain basic life functions like the ability to eat, chew and swallow.
Read moreChildren – congenital or inherited conditions
In this section we will discuss several congenital or inherited diseases which usually exhibit symptoms and problems in the face’s and mouth’s functions.
Read moreFacial paralysis
In this section we shall look at the differences between central- and peripheral facial paralysis, and then focus on the latter. Finally, we will talk about how IQoro can help to retrain facial musculature.
Read moreStroke – a disease for all people, of all ages
Stroke is one of the most widespread diseases in the world and can strike at any time in life, from newborn to the elderly. In this section, we explain how stroke occurs, how you can quickly tell if someone has been affected, what problems can arise after the onset and how some of these weaknesses […]
Read moreSwallowing difficulties (dysphagia) what does it really mean?
Dysphagia means that a person finds it difficult to eat, chew, swallow and to transport the food from the mouth down to the stomach. It can occur in one or more of the levels in the swallowing process and is thus divided into different types
Read moreSleep apnoea and pauses in breathing
Pauses or interruptions in breathing, also known as sleep apnoea, is due to the weakening of the throat and upper airway muscles. What happens when the muscles are weakened is that they are not able to stay open, but collapse and block the airway.
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