Guidance

Evidence-based recommendations on transcutaneous neuromuscular electrical stimulation for oropharyngeal dysphagia in adults. This involves electrically stimulating nerves in the throat or neck, while the person swallows. The aim is to strengthen the muscles involved in swallowing.

Is this guidance up to date?

Next review: 2026

Guidance development process

How we develop NICE interventional procedures guidance

Coding and clinical classification codes for this guidance

This guidance replaces NICE interventional procedures guidance on transcutaneous neuromuscular electrical stimulation for oropharyngeal dysphagia (IPG490).

Endorsing bodies

This interventional procedures guidance is endorsed by Healthcare Improvement Scotland as required by the Health and Social Care Act (2012).

  • National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE)