Let's get old with quality and dignity
“Doc you know, dad was one of the top bank managers in the state and just look at him now! And mum was always at his side, cheerful and energetic. And look at the two of them - just a shade of what they have been.
Dysphagia, the modern-day pandemic
In our rapidly ageing population already around one million Australians have a swallowing difficulty, also known as dysphagia.
RoseCup Awarded $250,000 Government Grant
After nearly seven years of developing the RoseCup, we (Dr Gabriel Roux, Hannelie Roux and the team) are excited about the opportunities that lie ahead thanks to the Palaszczuk Government’s Advance Queensland Ignite Ideas funding.
The feeding challenge in Cerebral Palsy - building the ideal device
During a recent visit to the Dysphagia Unit of Prof Pere Clavé in Barcelona (using the RoseCup system in Dysphagia treatment and research) Lifemere was asked to design special attachments for the RoseCup system to specifically address the feeding challenges in Cerebral Palsy.
Media
Message to Carers
A message to all Carers requesting for assistance with the early diagnosis of Dysphagia.
The Challenge of Dysphagia
Dr Roux explains some of the various mechanisms involved in swallowing difficulties, the use of thickened fluids for dysphagia treatment and devices that assist swallowing.
Early diagnosis of Dysphagia
The Early Diagnosis of Dysphagia is important - this help to prevent complications and allow early rehabilitation.
Pleasing Plate for the Dysphagia Diet
This video covers the importance of serving foods that has visual appealing and tips and simple improvements to the standard runny puree foods.
RoseCup Effective Swallowing and Feeding Solutions
RoseCup has been designed to assist with access to nutrition and hydration for anyone struggling with feeding and swallowing or who has been diagnosed with dysphagia.
Dysphagia - A Quest for Care
Dr. Roux explains how to care for people with swallowing difficulties or Dysphagia.
