Adult Speech Therapy

Treatments / Procedures:

• Speech Therapy – Intensive, repetitive practice to improve speech coordination
• Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) – Tools such as communication boards or speech-generating devices for severe cases
• Melodic Intonation Therapy – A technique using rhythm and melody to aid speech production
• Motor Learning-Based Approaches – Structured exercises that focus on rebuilding speech movement patterns

Treatments / Procedures:

• Cognitive-Communication Therapy – Exercises to strengthen memory, attention, and language skills
• Compensatory Strategies – Techniques to improve organization and recall
• Family and Caregiver Training – Education to support communication in daily life
• Functional Cognitive Assessments
• Environmental Modifications – Adjustments to improve safety and independence

Treatments / Procedures:

• Strengthening exercises for speech muscles
• Breath support training
• Speech pacing and clarity strategies
• Use of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) tools if needed
• Voice therapy to improve volume and tone
• Coordination with neurologists or other specialists as part of a care team
• Education for families and caregivers to support communication

Treatments / Procedures:

• Speech Therapy: Targeted exercises and strategies to enhance speech fluency and reduce disfluencies.
• Fluency Techniques: Teaching strategies such as controlled breathing, smooth speech techniques, and gradual exposure to speaking situations.
• Counseling and Support: Addressing emotional aspects and providing strategies for coping with anxiety related to speaking.

Treatments & Procedures:

Speech and Swallowing Rehabilitation

• Speech and Swallowing Therapy – Personalized rehabilitation to improve communication and swallowing after surgery or radiation.
• Tracheoesophageal Voice Prosthesis (TEP) Management – Support for patients who use a voice prosthesis after a laryngectomy.
• Radiation and Chemotherapy Support – Therapy to manage treatment-related side effects affecting speech, swallowing, and voice.
• Diet and Swallowing Evaluations – Assessments to ensure safe eating and recommend modified food textures or consistencies.

Radiation Therapy Options

• Advanced radiation treatments target cancer while protecting healthy tissue:
• Brachytherapy (Internal Radiation) – Delivers targeted radiation by placing a radioactive source near the tumor.
• Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT) – Tailors radiation doses to minimize exposure to surrounding organs.
• Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT) – Uses real-time imaging to enhance precision and accuracy during treatment.

Treatments / Procedures:

• Manual lymphatic drainage (specialized massage techniques)
• Compression therapy or use of garments when appropriate
• Therapeutic exercises to promote lymph flow and mobility
• Swallowing and voice therapy to improve function
• Education on self-management techniques and posture
• Coordination with oncology and rehabilitation teams for comprehensive care

Treatments / Procedures:

• Expressive language therapy
• Receptive language therapy
• Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) training

Treatments / Procedures:

• Range-of-motion exercises for facial muscles and jaw
• Oral stretching and manual therapy
• Myofascial release techniques
• Speech articulation therapy
• Swallowing therapy (dysphagia management)
• Scar tissue mobilization
• Use of oral orthotic devices or jaw rehabilitation tools
• Education on compensatory techniques for speech and eating
• Coordination with burn care, oncology, or dermatology teams for interdisciplinary care

Treatments / Procedures:

• Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) – Visualizing swallowing function to guide therapy.
• Modified Barium Swallow Studies (MBSS) – Imaging to assess swallowing safety and efficiency.
• Dietary Modifications – Adjusting food textures and liquid consistency for safer swallowing.
• Compensatory Techniques – Strategies for safer eating and drinking, like chin tuck or head turn.
• Swallowing Therapy – Exercises to strengthen swallowing muscles and coordination.

Treatments / Procedures:

• Videostroboscopy – Imaging to visualize vocal cord function and guide therapy.
• Instrumental Voice Evalutation – A specialized assessment that uses technology to analyze how the voice is functioning. It helps speech-language pathologists and ENT specialists diagnose voice disorders more precisely and guide treatment planning
• Voice Therapy – Exercises to reduce strain and improve vocal quality.
• Vocal Hygiene Education – Teaching habits to protect the voice, such as hydration and vocal rest.
• Medical or Surgical Treatment – Addressing underlying causes like nodules or polyps.
• Behavioral Therapy – Reducing harmful vocal habits like shouting or excessive throat clearing.