Strengthen Your Breath. Protect Your Voice. Swallow Safely.
Enable Speech Pathology offers targeted Expiratory Muscle Strength Training (EMST) and Respiratory Muscle Strength Training (RMST) for adults experiencing reduced breath support, vocal fatigue, or swallowing difficulties. These evidence-based therapies help restore respiratory strength, improve airway protection, and support clearer, more confident communication.
Whether you're managing Parkinson’s disease, recovering from stroke, or facing progressive neurological changes, Lisa’s personalised EMST/RMST programs are designed to meet you where you are—at home, in care, or online.
What Is EMST/RMST?
Strengthen the Muscles
EMST and RMST use calibrated resistance devices to strengthen the muscles involved in breathing out (expiration), coughing, swallowing, and voicing. By training these muscles, clients can:
• Speak with greater volume and clarity
• Reduce the risk of aspiration and chest infections
• Improve cough effectiveness and airway clearance
• Support safer swallowing and stronger vocal endurance
Lisa guides each client through a structured protocol using clinically validated tools such as the EMST150 or similar devices.
Who Is It For?
Combine with Voice Banking
EMST/RMST is suitable for adults with:
• Parkinson’s disease – to improve vocal loudness and reduce aspiration risk
• Stroke or brain injury – to support respiratory coordination and safe swallowing
• Motor neurone disease (MND) – to maintain respiratory strength and prolong independence
• Multiple sclerosis (MS) – to enhance breath control and reduce fatigue
• Voice disorders – to build breath support and vocal stamina
• Dysphagia (swallowing disorders) – to strengthen airway protection and reduce choking
Lisa also integrates EMST into broader therapy plans for clients using voice banking or augmentative communication devices, helping preserve vocal identity and function over time.
What To Expect
Assess Respiratory Function
Each EMST/RMST program includes:
• Initial assessment of respiratory and vocal function
• Customised resistance settings based on your baseline strength
• A 5-week protocol: 5 sets of 5 breaths per day, 5 days per week
• Progress tracking and integration into speech or swallowing therapy
• Education and support for carers or family members
Lisa ensures that every step is safe, achievable and aligned with your broader health goals.
Why Choose Enable?
One-on-One Care
• Over 23 years’ experience in adult speech and swallowing therapy
• Specialised training in neurological and respiratory rehabilitation
• Home-based and telehealth options across Adelaide and regional SA
• Compassionate, one-on-one care with no clinic-style time pressures
• Collaboration with your GP, neurologist or allied health team
Ready to Breath Easier?
Better Quality of Life
If you or a loved one could benefit from EMST/RMST, Lisa is here to help. Contact Enable Speech Pathology today to book an assessment and begin a personalised respiratory strength program that supports your voice, swallow and quality of life.