The laryngectomee and swimming.
Following laryngectomy patients are usually advised that swimming is no longer possible. Under supervised conditions and using a swimming aid, such as described, a laryngectomee may return to an activity previously considered unavailable, rehabilitation thus being more complete. However, for a laryngectomee to proceed a safe supervised environment is required, and the path to this goal is often long and arduous, but with persistent dedication the Laryngectomy Swimming Club may become a reality bringing rich reward.
Thomas
M R
MR
Department of Otolaryngology, Royal Naval Hospital, Haslar, Gosport, Hants.
Natarajan
B
B
Garth
R J
RJ
D004739:England; D006801:Humans; D007825:Laryngectomy / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D011482:Protective Devices; D012606:Scotland; D012952:Societies; D013550:Swimming