Speech Therapy:

Speech therapy is used to help a person work through verbal communication problems. Therapy depends on whether the communication problem results from a physical or intellectual impairment. It may include exercises to strengthen either the muscles that produce speech or the connections between thoughts and verbal communication.

Rehabilitation professionals and speech/language pathologists work closely with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, physical therapists, vocational counselors, social workers, and patient families. Speech therapy can help patients with communication difficulties related to speech, hearing, and swallowing. Whether the problems occurred after an illness or injury, our certified specialists can develop an individualized treatment program that strives to enhance the resident's quality of life.

We can help patients with communication problems related to

• stroke recovery
• speech/language delay
• laryngectomy
• voice problems
• stuttering
• dysphagia (swallowing)
• articulation problems
• tongue thrust