Speech Language Pathology

'Speak Out!' Therapy - Communicating with Parkinson's

‘Speak Out!’ Therapy – Communicating with Parkinson’s

Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological disorder that affects movement, muscle control, and balance. One of the less discussed but profoundly impactful symptoms is the difficulty in communication. As the disease progresses, individuals often experience a decline in their ability to speak clearly and loudly. Addressing these communication challenges is crucial for maintaining quality of […]

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Therapy for Apraxia – Techniques for Effective Communication

Apraxia is a motor speech disorder that affects an individual’s ability to plan and execute the movements necessary for speech. This can significantly impact communication, making it difficult for both children and adults to express themselves clearly. Early diagnosis and intervention are critical in managing apraxia effectively. Speech therapy offers a range of techniques and

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Dysarthria Therapy – Regaining Your Voice

Dysarthria is a motor speech disorder that affects the muscles used to produce speech, leading to slurred or slow speech that can be difficult to understand. Common causes include neurological disorders such as stroke, brain injury, brain tumors, and conditions that cause facial paralysis or muscle weakness, like Parkinson’s disease or multiple sclerosis. Certain medications

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Ten signs your preschooler may need Speech Therapy

Ten Signs your Preschooler will Benefit from Speech Therapy As Speech Language Pathologists (SLPs) we often receive many questions concerning preschool language and speech development. It tends to be a hard age for parents to determine if errors are developmentally appropriate or if their child may need extra help.  Here are top ten  points to

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Speech Language Pathology for Children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder

April is National Autism Awareness Month which was designated by the Autism Society of America to not only promote awareness, but to help insure that everyone with autism has a fair shot at the highest possible quality of life. Speech Language Pathology (SLP) is used to help patients with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) develop both

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