Treatment of dysarthria in Parkinson disease

Lorraine A. Ramig, Cynthia M. Fox

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Abstract

Voice and speech disorders occur in up to 89% of people with Parkinson disease (PD). The most common perceptual characteristics include reduced vocal loudness, monotone, hoarse or breathy voice quality, and imprecise articulation. The Lee Silverman Voice Treatment (LSVT LOUD®) is an effective speech therapy to improve vocal loudness and functional communication in people with PD. This case study will illustrate classic voice and speech symptoms in a person with moderate PD and the positive outcomes following LSVT LOUD treatment. The rationale and efficacy data of this treatment approach will be discussed.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationCurrent Clinical Neurology
PublisherHumana Press Inc.
Pages37-39
Number of pages3
DOIs
StatePublished - 2019
Externally publishedYes

Publication series

NameCurrent Clinical Neurology
ISSN (Print)1559-0585
ISSN (Electronic)2524-4043

Keywords

  • Dysarthria
  • LSVT LOUD
  • Parkinson disease
  • Speech and voice disorder
  • Speech treatment

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