SLP Archives – Therapy Insights

Basic Exercise Guidelines for Cancer Survivors

July 22, 2024 by Ashley Zhinin.

People with cancer benefit from exercise therapy. This resource outlines the basics regarding exercise guidelines for people with cancer.

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The Cranial Nerves and the Swallow

July 4, 2024 by Megan Berg.

This visual handout describes the function of each cranial nerve related to swallow and what can be expected if this nerve is damaged.

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Trauma-Informed Care for Rehab Professionals: The Basics

June 30, 2024 by Ashley Zhinin.

This resource covers the basics of a trauma-informed approach to care. It includes specific language to utilize and environmental adaptations that can be implemented to support patients with a history of trauma.

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Targeting Cognitive-Linguistic Skills with Maps and Wayfinding

June 30, 2024 by Ashley Zhinin.

This material provides ideas for targeting a variety of cognitive-linguistic skills using a map.

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Common Autoimmune Diseases and Dysphagia

June 30, 2024 by Ashley Zhinin.

Autoimmune diseases can cause dysphagia when the body’s immune system attacks healthy cells, organs, and tissues involved in the swallowing process. This handout provides basic information on fifteen autoimmune diseases that can affect swallow function.

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Using Artificial Intelligence As a Brain Injury Survivor

June 30, 2024 by Ashley Zhinin.

This material provides examples of how AI can provide support and be beneficial after surviving a brain injury.

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PROs and PROMs for Dysphagia Treatment

June 30, 2024 by Ashley Zhinin.

These dysphagia-related patient-reported outcomes (PROs) and patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) guide therapy sessions toward a more person-centered approach for dysphagia treatment. This packet includes the Dysphagia Handicap Index (DHI), the M.D. Anderson Dysphagia Inventory (MDADI), the Swallowing Disturbance Questionnaire, and the EAT-10.

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Step by Step Visual Guide: Ordering Groceries Online

June 30, 2024 by Ashley Zhinin.

This step by step visual guide breaks down the steps of ordering groceries online for people who benefit from single-step, visual directions.

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Understanding My Brain Injury for Teens

June 30, 2024 by Ashley Zhinin.

This is a quick handout for teenagers on your caseload to help them initially navigate and understand their brain injury.

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Feeding and Cranial Nerve Injury Pocket Reference Tool

June 30, 2024 by Ashley Zhinin.

This pocket guide is an easy way to reference which cranial nerves impact the muscles needed for feeding/swallowing.

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