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Parkinson’s, the Brain, and Your Voice

December 25, 2021 by Megan Berg.
Handout defining how changes in the brain related to Parkinson’s affect speech and how speech-language pathologists can help improve communication.
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How We Create Voice and Speech

December 25, 2021 by Megan Berg.
This handout provides visual anatomy of vocal function as well as a written description of how voice and speech are created. Includes a partial list of diagnoses that affect voice.
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How Speaking Valves Work

December 25, 2021 by Megan Berg.
This handout is designed for speech-language pathologists working with patients and families with tracheostomies who want to understand how speaking valves work. The handout features basic anatomy of voice, as well as basic eligibility requirements and safety precautions.
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How Damage to the Recurrent Laryngeal Nerves Affects Swallowing and Voice

December 25, 2021 by Megan Berg.
This handout provides a visual depicting the unique pathway of the recurrent laryngeal nerves from the brainstem, around the heart, and up to the larynx. The handout describes the purpose of cranial nerves as well as the specific functions of the vagus nerve and recurrent laryngeal nerves. The handout features a list of symptoms that patients may experience with damage to these nerves.
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GRBAS Auditory Perceptual Evaluation of Voice

December 25, 2021 by Megan Berg.
The GRBAS is a non-standardized, commonly used auditory perceptual scale used by a speech-language pathologist (SLP) to evaluate the healthiness of a person’s voice. This resource provides information on the five characteristics and ratings for consistent communication and understanding between SLPs.
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Aerosol Generating Procedures: A Resource for SLPs

December 20, 2021 by Megan Berg.
The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in many changes for how speech-language pathologists approach our daily evaluations and treatments with individuals with dysphagia and voice treatment. This handout is a resource to give more guidance for how to safely treat aerosol-generating procedures to reduce the risk for infections for providers.
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