Speech Therapy

Help for The Aging Voice 

Help for The Aging Voice 

So many of our clients will say, “I know I’m getting older, but WHY does my VOICE sound different?” The “aging voice”, also known as presbyphonia, is a common diagnosis treated by speech pathologists working with adult patients.  Patients often arrive frustrated that their voice ‘no longer sounds the same’ as it did when they were younger, working, and using their vocal tract on a more consistent basis.  

So, how does a speech pathologist assess and address an aging voice disorder? In this article are the frequent questions asked and the reason why we ask. 

Is it “Normal Aging” or Dementia? 

Is it “Normal Aging” or Dementia? 

June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness month. We wanted to take this opportunity to talk about the difference between Dementia and the effects of “Normal Aging” on our memory.  If you are concerned that you or a family member is developing issues with memory, contact your physician to discuss your symptoms.  

What is Muscle Tension Dysphonia?

What is Muscle Tension Dysphonia?

Have you noticed a sudden change in your voice?  Or, do you have moments of no voice at all?  Often times, this can be a result of Muscle Tension Dysphonia which is known to be one of the most common voice disorders.  Changes in the way the voice sounds or feels may be due to tension in the muscles that assist in vocal production. 

Addressing Deficits Related to Stroke Using the Most Current Evidence and Technologies 

Addressing Deficits Related to Stroke Using the Most Current Evidence and Technologies 

If you or a loved one has been affected by a stroke, there are many ways that our rehabilitation team can support your recovery. Here are some updates about our team’s approach, including how we use our neuromuscular electrical stimulation Neubie device to promote improved efficiency of your recovery. Each therapy area has a specialized focus but we all work together to focus on the whole you!

Multiple Sclerosis – Finding Help Through Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy 

Multiple Sclerosis – Finding Help Through Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy 

If you have received a diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis, you may be wondering what happens next. How do you continue to live your life as independently as possible? How will you keep yourself functioning at your best for as long as possible? What should you do if you feel like you are having more trouble completing daily tasks? These are all good questions and a sign that you might benefit from therapy to help improve your function. Three important members of the allied health professional team include Physical therapy, Occupational therapy and Speech therapy. All three disciplines have great potential to help you maintain and/or improve your function.

Happy Breathing from Speech Pathology!

Happy Breathing from Speech Pathology!

Inhalation, Exhalation, Inhalation, Exhalation…REPEAT…over and over throughout the day and night. The simple act of breathing may be an act that many of us take for granted as it happens without much thought. However, HOW you breath is a very important component to your speech and voice.

WHAT’S BEHIND CHRONIC PAIN?

WHAT’S BEHIND CHRONIC PAIN?

Physical Therapist Matt Gallegos, PT, DPT gives us a concise explanation of how chronic pain occurs and some current treatments. Pain shouldn’t be something you just have to “live with”. There are great treatment strategies that therapy can provide to help you get back to moving and doing the things you love.