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Primary Progressive Aphasia – Symptoms and Therapies

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Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA) is a neurological condition that increasingly impairs language abilities, affecting many aspects of communication. It stems from degeneration in the brain’s frontal and temporal lobes, leading to a decline in the ability to speak, understand, read, and write. Unlike Alzheimer’s disease, which primarily affects memory, PPA initially spares most cognitive functions, […]

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VitalStim – Unlocking the Benefits of Innovative Speech Therapy

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Speech therapy has witnessed numerous advancements over the years, each aiming to provide better outcomes for individuals grappling with speech and swallowing challenges. Traditional methods have paved the way, but the emergence of VitalStim has signaled a significant shift in how therapy can be approached. This innovative method promises not just improvement, but a transformative

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Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders – Speech Therapy Can Help

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Orofacial myofunctional disorders (OMD) are abnormal movement patterns of the face and mouth which affect an individual’s ability to properly use the muscles of the face, mouth, and throat. OMD can cause difficulties with speech, eating, and breathing. Let’s explore the symptoms, causes, and impact of OMD, and how speech therapy can help. Symptoms of

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Recovering From a Stroke – Regaining Communication Skills

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A stroke is a life-altering and traumatic event that can leave an individual with lasting physical and mental impairments. Individuals recovering from a stroke often have difficulty communicating, swallowing, and speaking clearly. Speech therapy can help those who have had a stroke regain their ability to communicate effectively by providing them with techniques and strategies

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LSVT for Parkinson’s Disease – What It Is and How It Works

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Parkinson’s disease is a brain disorder that impacts an individual’s motor functions, such as walking, talking, and other movements. It can also result in stiffness, shaking, and impaired balance and coordination. However, the symptom many people with Parkinson’s find most disarming is the inability to communicate clearly. This in conjunction with the disease itself can

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Memory Enhancement Through Cognitive Rehabilitation

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Memory Enhancement through Cognitive Rehabilitation By now, we have all heard of dementia. Dementia is the comprehensive term used to describe many different types of disorders that affect memory. Alzheimer’s disease, vascular dementia, and Pick’s Disease are a few of the more common types of dementia. A very common question in regards to dementia asks,

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