Speech and Language Pathology Services
Speech therapy and language pathology services are available for patients experiencing
any interruption in the communication process. As communication skills are necessary
for physical and mental health, along with normal growth and development, diagnosis
and treatment of these disorders is important to patients of all ages.
Pediatric speech language professionals are a part of the department and also
administered care through Early Intervention Services. Pediatric treatments involve
assessment and intervention for children from birth to adolescence, who experience
communication difficulties. It is important to note that even normal developing
children can experience communication deficits.
Services also are provided for those with chronic illnesses, developmental delays
or neurological dysfunction. Disorders include but are not limited to, autism,
cerebral palsy, Down's Syndrome, seizure disorders and cleft pallet. Physical
deficits such as hearing impairment, vocal nodules, and gastro-esophagial reflex
disorders may also prompt a referral to the Speech Therapy and Language Pathology
Department.
The adult speech therapy and language pathology program deals with restoring
speech and communication skills to people who have undergone a life-altering
episode, such as stroke, traumatic brain injury, neurological disease or dysfunction
or laryngectomy.
For more information about Speech and Language Pathology services at OLBH, please
call the CareLine at (606) 833-CARE (2273). |
