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Treatment of Wernicke’s Aphasia

July 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This resource provides guidance for treating receptive language impairment, a cornerstone impairment for a person with Wernicke’s aphasia. Video on how to use this resource: Helm-Estabrooks, N., Albert, M. L., & Nicholas, M. (2014). Manual of Aphasia and Aphasia Therapy. PRO-ED. Marshall, R.C. (2008). Early management of Wernicke’s aphasia: a context-based approach. In R. Chapey […]
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How Pediatric Medications Impact Speech and Swallow

July 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
Drug-induced neurological disorders can challenge the efficiency of clinical evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment. This resource provides a list of pediatric medications and associated speech and swallow complications. Video on how to use this resource: Sinha, P., Vandana, V. P., Lewis, N. V., Jayaram, M., & Enderby, P. (2015). Predictors of effect of atypical antipsychotics on […]
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The Importance of Lab Values for Clinical Swallow Assessments

July 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
Lab values are essential to our clinical swallow evaluation process as speech-language pathologists. This resource discusses the importance of knowing our patients’ lab values and provides a chart with possible effects of abnormal pediatric lab values on matters that pertain to feeding and swallowing. Video on how to use this resource: Wallace, T. (n.d.). Lab […]
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Carpal Anatomy and Diagnostic Resource for Clinicians

June 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This resource for clinicians outlines the anatomy of the carpal bones and signs/tests for common carpal bone problems. Video on how to use this resource: Clementson, M., Björkman, A., & Thomsen, N. O. (2020). Acute scaphoid fractures: Guidelines for diagnosis and treatment. EFORT Open Reviews, 5(2), 96-103.  Catalano, L. W., Minhas, S. V., & Kirby, […]
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What Is Huntington’s Disease?

June 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This document can be a patient or caregiver handout or a quick easy reference for clinicians and students that are getting ready to work with someone with Huntington’s disease. Video on how to use this resource: Roos R. A. (2010). Huntington’s disease: a clinical review. Orphanet journal of rare diseases, 5, 40.  McColgan, P., & […]
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High Intensity Gait Training After Neurologic Condition

May 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This document is a resource for clinicians trying to improve walking function for patients with central nervous system impairments. Video on how to use this resource: Hornby G, et al. Clinical Practice Guideline to Improve Locomotor Function Following Chronic Stroke, Spinal Cord Injury, and Brain Injury . Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy . 2020;44(2):49-100 Ardestani, […]
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How To Perform an Oculomotor Examination

May 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This document outlines an oculomotor examination and specific conditions and symptoms where it is appropriate. Video on how to use resource: Fell, D. W. (2017). Lifespan Neurorehabilitation. F. A. Davis Company.
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Cough…Is it Strong Enough?

May 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
This resource explains the physiological process of a cough, how to measure cough strength, and why an adequate peak expiratory flow rate is important. Video on how to use this resource: Brennan, M., McDonnell, M.J., Duignan, N., Gargoum, F., & Rutherford, R.M. (2022). The use of cough peak flow in the assessment of respiratory function […]
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Therapy Techniques and Activities for Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) Without a Certification

May 1, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.
Apraxia is a challenging diagnosis, and our field is currently ripe with certifications and specializations for its treatment. This resource provides an overview of techniques and ways to support CAS without spending time or money on a certification. Video on how to use this resource: Maas, E., Gildersleeve-Neumann, C.E., Jakielski, K.J. et al. Motor-Based Intervention […]
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