Dysarthria is a motor speech disorder. The muscles used to produce coherent language are weakened, or there is a lack of control over them. As a result, an individual with...
Neurological disorders
Apraxia of speech (AOS) is a motor disorder of speech. In the case of AOS, the difficulty producing speech lies in the inability to correctly form and coordinate lips, tongue,...
Stuttering is a common language disorder that affects the way an individual speaks. People who stutter know what they want to say, but they have trouble fluently expressing themselves; they...
Synesthesia is a condition described as the interconnection between sensory modalities. Meaning that one of the senses, for example, visual, auditory, or tactile, will involuntarily invoke another sensation — your...
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is difficult to diagnose early because it can mimic other neurological conditions such as Myasthenia gravis. Tests are used to rule out other diseases. Besides medications, an essential treatment for ALS is nutritional support because muscles in the mouth and throat are wasting, preparing meals and self-feeding becomes difficult, and weight loss may accelerate the progression.
As ALS advances, respiratory and nutrition therapists are often involved in sustaining life. Breathing equipment and surgical interventions are required. Respiratory and food therapists/dieticians can significantly educate patients and caregivers...
Guillain-Barre (gee-YAH-but-RAY) syndrome is a rare disease with an incidence of one to two cases per 100,000 people per year. It affects all ages but is more common among adults,...
Given the progressive nature of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) and its path, therapists must be aware of the changing needs of their patients and the appropriate interventions. The goal is...
Therapy is critical for treating carpal tunnel syndrome prior to and after surgery if surgery is deemed necessary. One in five people have the carpal syndrome and have symptoms of...
