NG-tube/J-tube/G-tube feeding/transitioning/weaning

February 10, 2010

Feeding tubes are placed in infants and children for numerous medical reasons. Many of our clients come to us from the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit or following extended hospital stays. Our therapists work hand in hand with each client’s team of physicians to provide appropriate care and treatment. Oral motor and feeding therapy is implemented based on individualized needs. We follow specific protocols to assist our clients as they transition from continuous feeds to bolus feeds, as well as weaning them to complete tube independence.