Practical advice and professional insights from South Florida’s premier speech and swallowing therapists. Empowering individuals and caregivers through education, advocacy, and compassionate concierge care.
Many people are told they need a swallow study without fully understanding what that means. Two common tests—Modified Barium Swallow Study (MBSS) and FEES (Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing)—both evaluate swallowing safety but use very different methods. Understanding the key differences between FEES and MBSS can help patients, caregivers, and providers choose the most appropriate test for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment planning.
