What is Augmentative Speech Therapy?
Category: Lifestyle Modifications
If augmentative and/or alternative communication is needed, a speech therapist will be involved in devising the best plan for the individual involved.
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Difficulty speaking (dysarthria) | 3 | 0 | |
| Improve communication | 2 | 0 | |
| Slurred speech | 2 | 0 | |
| Atrophy of soft palate muscles | 1 | 0 | |
| Hoarseness | 1 | 0 | |
| Phlegm | 1 | 0 |
- Major
- Moderate
- Slight
- None
- Can't tell
Why patients stopped taking Augmentative Speech Therapy
Multiple reasons could be selected
| Reason | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Course of treatment ended | 1 |
Duration
Stopped using Augmentative Speech Therapy
| Duration | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 - 6 months | 1 |
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