Spring Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation Center
- 01718-525249
- info@springbd.health
- Sat to Thu : 10:00 am to 1:00 pm & 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Our Speech & Language Therapy
Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation Center” in Dhanmondi (Satmosjid Road), Dhaka
⦁Speech & Language Therapy⦁
Speech & Language Therapy
Speech and Language Therapy involves assessment, assistance with diagnosis and treatment of human communication disorders. Human communication disorders include impairments in speech, language, voice, fluency, communication and swallowing.
Speech and language therapy are an established profession in many countries all around the world but is still very new in Bangladesh.
Role of Speech & Language Therapy
Therapy includes working directly to promote speech and language as well as educating families, teachers and employers about the needs of people who find listening, talking, reading and writing difficult. In many cases, individuals are taught to use a mixture of ways to communicate (gestures, picture books, symbol boards as well as speech) to make communication more effective.
⦁ Assessing of language, speech, voice and swallowing skills
⦁ Giving a diagnosis of language, speech, voice and swallowing problems
⦁ Making treatment plan and set specific goal in terms of language, speech, voice and swallowing problems
⦁ Training children with difficulties to use therapy technique in home school and other places
⦁ Training family/caregiver the way of communication and swallowing technique for individual child
⦁ Referring children for other service if necessary
⦁ Working in Multi-Disciplinary team (MDT) approach
⦁ Training for parents, teacher
⦁ Counseling and advocating
FAQ
What is speech and language therapy?
Speech and language therapy is a healthcare profession that addresses communication and swallowing disorders in individuals of all ages. It involves the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of various conditions that affect speech, language, voice, fluency, and swallowing abilities.
What are some common reasons someone might need speech and language therapy?
There are numerous reasons why someone might require speech and language therapy. Some common conditions and issues include speech sound disorders, language delays or disorders, stuttering, voice disorders, cognitive-communication disorders (such as aphasia), swallowing difficulties, and speech and language difficulties related to neurological conditions like autism spectrum disorder, cerebral palsy, or stroke.
How can speech and language therapy help individuals with communication difficulties?
Speech and language therapists employ various techniques and interventions tailored to each individual’s needs. They may use exercises to improve speech production, provide strategies to enhance language comprehension and expression, offer techniques to manage fluency disorders, help individuals regain or improve their swallowing abilities, and provide augmentative and alternative communication systems for those who are unable to speak.
What is the role of a speech and language therapist in treating children?
Speech and language therapists play a crucial role in addressing communication disorders in children. They conduct assessments to identify any speech or language difficulties, develop individualized treatment plans, and work closely with children and their families to improve communication skills. Therapists may engage children in various activities, games, and exercises to enhance speech sound production, vocabulary development, sentence structure, social communication, and overall language abilities.
How long does speech and language therapy last?
The duration of speech and language therapy varies depending on the individual’s needs, the nature and severity of the communication disorder, and other factors. Some individuals may require therapy for a relatively short period, while others may need ongoing or intermittent therapy over a more extended period. Speech and language therapists typically conduct regular assessments to monitor progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.