I've been having more and more trouble swallowing pills. It requires me to recline back, arch my back, and drop my chin down and head back. Even then, I often fail. The pill slides back and forth between my throat and my esophagus. This is called dysphagia.
I found something that is very helpful, especially for larger pills with a rough surface. It's called Spray 'N Swallow. It's a pleasant tasting spray oil that you coat your pills with, which helps them go down easier. (I recommend the Wintergreen.) It may not be a miracle. I still have trouble sometimes. But less often, and less trouble. I still need to recline to get a good angle, but I don't need to arch my back so much. I still sometimes have the pill get stuck, but I've found that an extra spray right into my throat can help.
Just a thought, if anyone else is having trouble with dysphagia. I know after my next fusion, the swallowing is only expected to get worse.
